How to pronounce spere
Say it like SPEE-er. Spere has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPEE).
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- SPEE
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Spere pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SPEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of spere
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SPEE-uh.
What does spere mean?
- The fixed structure between the great hall and the screens passage in an English medieval timber house.
Words that rhyme with spere
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of spere.
Questions about saying spere
How do you pronounce spere?
Say SPEE-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈspiər/. In British English it is /ˈspiːə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in spere?
Spere has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPEE). Broken into parts: SPEE · er.
Is spere 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 /ˈspiːə/ (SPEE-uh).