How to Pronounce "fireplug"
word
faɪ(ə)plʌɡ
FYE-ur-plug
fˈaɪəplʌɡ
FYE-uh-plug
Definition
A fireplug is another word for a fire hydrant—an outdoor pipe on the street that provides water for firefighters to use in emergencies.
IPA Transcription
American English
faɪ(ə)plʌɡ
British English
fˈaɪəplʌɡ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FYE-ur-plug
UK
FYE-uh-plug
Listen in Context
The fireplug is next to the school entrance.
The firefighters connected their hose to the fireplug.
Please do not block the fireplug with your car.
There's a fireplug on every corner downtown.