How to Pronounce "appear to"
expression
əˈpɪɹ/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
uh-PEER-too, uh-PEER-tuh, uh-PEER-tih
ɐpˈiə/ /tˈuː
uh-PEER-too
Definition
Used to say how something looks or seems, especially when you are not completely sure. It expresses an impression or what is likely based on what you see or know.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈpɪɹ/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
British English
ɐpˈiə/ /tˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-PEER-too, uh-PEER-tuh, uh-PEER-tih
UK
uh-PEER-too
Listen in Context
They appear to be happy with the decision.
The sky appears to be clear today.
She appears to understand the instructions.
No one appeared to notice when I left the room.