How to pronounce teer
Say it like TEE-er. Teer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TEE).
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- TEE
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Teer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TEESay 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 teer
- 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: TEER.
What does teer mean?
- To stir, as a calico-printer's sieve.
Where does teer come from?
Borrowed from French tirer (“to draw, to pull”).
Words that rhyme with teer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of teer.
Questions about saying teer
How do you pronounce teer?
Say TEE-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈtiər/. In British English it is /tɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in teer?
Teer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TEE). Broken into parts: TEE · er.
Is teer pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 2 syllables and British English 1. The British form is /tɪə/ (TEER).