How to Pronounce "wire"
word
/ˈwaɪɝ/
wy-ur
/wˈaɪə/
wy-uh
Definition
A wire is a thin piece of metal, often used for making, tying, or carrying electricity. It can also mean an electrical cable in everyday use.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈwaɪɝ/
British English
/wˈaɪə/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
wy-ur
UK
wy-uh
Listen in Context
Be careful not to touch that wire.
He used a wire to hang the picture.
The red wire goes to the battery.
There must be a loose wire somewhere, because the light keeps flickering.