How to Pronounce "lifers"
word
ˈɫaɪfɝz
LYE-ferz
lˈaɪfəz
LYE-fuhz
Definition
"Lifers" refers to people who are serving life sentences in prison. It can also be used more generally for anyone committed to one career or place for life.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫaɪfɝz
British English
lˈaɪfəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LYE-ferz
UK
LYE-fuhz
Listen in Context
The prison has many lifers who will never be released.
She works with lifers to help them adjust to prison life.
Some lifers have been in jail for over 40 years.
Most lifers keep a strict daily routine to make life bearable inside.