How to Pronounce "irregulars"
word
ˌɪˈɹɛɡjəɫɝz
i-REG-yuh-lerz
ɪɹˈɛɡjuːləz
i-REG-yoo-luhz
Definition
Words, usually verbs or nouns, that do not follow the normal rules for changing form, especially in grammar (like past tense or plurals). Can also refer more generally to things that do not follow a usual pattern.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪˈɹɛɡjəɫɝz
British English
ɪɹˈɛɡjuːləz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
i-REG-yuh-lerz
UK
i-REG-yoo-luhz
Listen in Context
There are many English irregulars you need to memorize.
The teacher gave us a list of irregulars to study for the test.
Some nouns are irregulars and change form differently.
I always get confused by the irregulars when I'm writing essays.