How to pronounce fireproof
Say it like FY-er-proof. Fireproof has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FY).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈfaɪɚˌpruf/FY-er-proof
UK British/ˈfaɪəˌpruːf/FY-uh-proof
- FY
- er
- proof
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fireproof pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- proofGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of fireproof
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FY-uh-proof.
What does fireproof mean?
verb
- To make resistant to damage from fire.“I hastily fireproofed my clothing somewhat by pouring a bucket of water over myself before dashing into the flames.”
- Resistant to damage from fire.“The fireproof safe will protect documents inside for up to four hours in a standard house fire.”
Where does fireproof come from?
From fire + -proof.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying fireproof
How do you pronounce fireproof?
Say FY-er-proof. The American pronunciation is /ˈfaɪɚˌpruf/. In British English it is /ˈfaɪəˌpruːf/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fireproof?
Fireproof has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FY). Broken into parts: FY · er · proof.
Is fireproof pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈfaɪəˌpruːf/ (FY-uh-proof).