How to Pronounce Whirr

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/wɜː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “whirr”

"whirr" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with churr and chirr, if that helps it stick.

What does whirr mean?

noun

  1. A sibilant buzz or vibration; the sound of something in rapid motion.
  2. A bustle of noise and excitement.

verb

  1. To move or vibrate (something) with a buzzing sound.
  2. To make a sibilant buzzing or droning sound.

Synonyms

bustlehustlebuzzdronehumpurrwhinewhistlewhizz

Words that rhyme with whirr

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

churrchirrburghskirrchirreboere

Related words

whizwhizzbirrpurrchurrwhurupwhirrbuzzle

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "whirr"?▾

"Whirr" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "whirr"?▾

The IPA transcription of "whirr" is /wɜː/.

What does "whirr" mean?▾

Whirr: A sibilant buzz or vibration; the sound of something in rapid motion.

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