How to Pronounce "firehouses"
word
ˈfaɪɝˌhaʊsɪz
FYE-ur-hows-iz
fˈaɪəhaʊs
FYE-uh-hows
Definition
Buildings where firefighters work and store their equipment and fire trucks. They are often open to the public for emergencies and fire prevention activities.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfaɪɝˌhaʊsɪz
British English
fˈaɪəhaʊs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FYE-ur-hows-iz
UK
FYE-uh-hows
Listen in Context
Many towns have two or more firehouses.
The firehouses are open to visitors on Saturdays.
All the city’s firehouses answered the emergency call.
Did you know some firehouses host free safety classes for kids?