How to pronounce fleer
Say it like FLIH-er. Fleer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLIH).
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- FLIH
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fleer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FLIHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of fleer
- American English uses 2 syllables and British English 1.
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FLEER.
What does fleer mean?
- One who flees.
Where does fleer come from?
From flee + -er.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with fleer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of fleer.
Questions about saying fleer
How do you pronounce fleer?
Say FLIH-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈflɪɚ/. In British English it is /flɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fleer?
Fleer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLIH). Broken into parts: FLIH · er.
Is fleer pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 2 syllables and British English 1. The British form is /flɪə/ (FLEER).