How to Pronounce Yesteryear

To pronounce "yesteryear", say YEST-ery-ear — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈjɛstəjɪə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈjɛstəjɪə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “yesteryear”

"yesteryear" has 3 syllables: yest-ery-ear. It rhymes with austere and sneer, if that helps it stick.

What does yesteryear mean?

noun

Past years; time gone by; yore.
Last year.

Synonyms

foretime yestertide

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Words that rhyme with yesteryear

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austere sneer jeer cavalier clear severe peer queer premier chevalier insincere adhere

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "yesteryear"?▾

"Yesteryear" has 3 syllables: yest · ery · ear.

What is the IPA transcription of "yesteryear"?▾

The IPA transcription of "yesteryear" is /ˈjɛstəjɪə/.

What does "yesteryear" mean?▾

Yesteryear: Past years; time gone by; yore.

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