How to Pronounce "prayer"
word
/ˈpɹeɪɝ/, /ˈpɹɛɹ/
prayr, prair
/ˈpreɪə/, /ˈprɛə/
prair
Definition
A prayer is words you say or think when speaking to God or a higher power. It can also mean the act of asking for help, giving thanks, or expressing hope in a religious way.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɹeɪɝ/, /ˈpɹɛɹ/
British English
/ˈpreɪə/, /ˈprɛə/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
prayr, prair
UK
prair
Listen in Context
She said a prayer before dinner.
His prayer was for his family.
We heard a prayer in the church.
I said a quick prayer and hoped everything would be okay.