How to Pronounce "pier"
word
/ˈpɪɹ/
peer
/pˈiə/
pee-uh
Definition
A pier is a structure built out from the shore over water, where people can walk, fish, or where boats can stop. In some places, it is mainly for leisure, and in others it is used for transport or loading.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɪɹ/
British English
/pˈiə/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
peer
UK
pee-uh
Listen in Context
We walked to the end of the pier.
The boat is waiting by the pier.
They are fishing from the pier.
Let's meet by the pier before sunset.