How to Pronounce "pairs"

word

/ˈpɛɹz/

pairz

/pˈeəz/

pairz

Definition

Groups of two things that are matched or go together, such as "two socks" or "a pair of shoes". Can also refer to two people working or linked together.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈpɛɹz/

British English

/pˈeəz/

Simplified Pronunciation

pairz

Listen in Context

I bought two pairs of jeans.

She matched the pairs of socks after doing laundry.

The teacher asked us to work in pairs for the project.

There are three pairs of earphones on the table—do they all belong to you?