How to Pronounce "misfiring"
word
mɪsˈfaɪɝ
miss-FY-ur-ing
mˈɪsfaɪəɹɪŋ
miss-FY-uh-ring
Definition
When a machine like an engine does not work smoothly, especially when it fails to ignite properly. It can also mean that a plan or effort is not succeeding as intended.
IPA Transcription
American English
mɪsˈfaɪɝ
British English
mˈɪsfaɪəɹɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
miss-FY-ur-ing
UK
miss-FY-uh-ring
Listen in Context
The car engine is misfiring again.
If your scooter is misfiring, check the spark plug.
The team’s strategy is misfiring this season.
My jokes seem to be misfiring tonight—no one is laughing!