How to Pronounce Vair

To pronounce "vair", say VAIR — one syllable, IPA /vɛə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/vɛə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “vair”

"vair" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat.

What does vair mean?

noun

  1. A type of fur from a squirrel with a black back and white belly, much used on garments in the Middle Ages.
  2. An heraldic fur formed by a regular tessellation of bell shapes in two colours, (for example in the image, blue and white).

Related words

countervairsablevailfurringvareusebirruswardrobebroadtail

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "vair"?▾

"Vair" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "vair"?▾

The IPA transcription of "vair" is /vɛə/.

What does "vair" mean?▾

Vair: A type of fur from a squirrel with a black back and white belly, much used on garments in the Middle Ages.

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