How to Pronounce "ember"
word
ˈɛmbɝ
EM-ber
ˈɛmbɐ
EM-buh
Definition
A small, glowing piece of coal or wood left after a fire has mostly burned out. It is still hot and can reignite a flame.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɛmbɝ
British English
ˈɛmbɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EM-ber
UK
EM-buh
Listen in Context
The last ember of the campfire glowed softly.
She toasted marshmallows over the embers.
Don’t step on the embers; they are still hot.
Only a few glowing embers remained after the party ended.