How to Pronounce "lear"
word
/ˈɫɪɹ/
LEER
/lɪə/
LEE-uh
Definition
'Lear' is most commonly used as a proper noun, referring to King Lear, the central character of William Shakespeare's tragedy. It is not a common English word and is not used in everyday language outside of literary or specific historical contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫɪɹ/
British English
/lɪə/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LEER
UK
LEE-uh
Listen in Context
Lear is a famous character in Shakespeare's play.
The tragedy of King Lear is very powerful.
Lear loses his kingdom in the story.
Have you ever read the story of King Lear?