How to Pronounce "shearer"
word
ˈʃɪɹɝ
SHEER-er
ʃˈiəɹɐ
SHEE-uh-ruh
Definition
A shearer is a person whose job is to cut the wool off sheep. The word usually refers to someone who works professionally, often on farms or sheep stations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɪɹɝ
British English
ʃˈiəɹɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHEER-er
UK
SHEE-uh-ruh
Listen in Context
The shearer finished cutting the wool from the sheep.
A shearer works very carefully so the sheep are not hurt.
Every spring, the shearers visit the farm.
It's amazing how fast an experienced shearer can remove all that wool!