How to Pronounce "sierra"
word
/siˈɛɹə/
si-AIR-uh
/siːˈeəɹɐ/
si-AIR-uh
Definition
A 'sierra' is a chain of mountains, especially with a jagged outline, and can also refer to a saw (tool) in Spanish and Portuguese. In English, 'Sierra' is commonly used in place names, especially in the Americas.
IPA Transcription
American English
/siˈɛɹə/
British English
/siːˈeəɹɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
si-AIR-uh
UK
si-AIR-uh
Listen in Context
The Sierra Nevada is a famous mountain range in California.
We could see the snow on the distant sierra.
My grandfather used a sierra to cut wood.
We camped out in the Sierra for two nights under the stars.