How to pronounce lire
Say it like LIR-uh. Lire has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LIR).
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- LIR
- uh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lire pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LIRSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of lire
American and British speakers say lire in essentially the same way: /ˈlɪrə/ in the US and /ˈlɪrə/ in the UK.
British respelling: LIR-uh.
What does lire mean?
- plural of lira How to pronounce lira
Where does lire come from?
Borrowed from Italian lire.
Words that rhyme with lire
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lire.
Words that sound like lire
Questions about saying lire
How do you pronounce lire?
Say LIR-uh. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɪrə/. In British English it is /ˈlɪrə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lire?
Lire has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LIR). Broken into parts: LIR · uh.
Do Americans and Brits say lire the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlɪrə/ and the British form is /ˈlɪrə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as lire?
Lire sounds the same as lira in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.