How to Pronounce "wear through"
expression
ˈwɛɹ/ /ˈθɹu
WAIR-THROO
wɛə/ /θɹˈuː
WAIR-THROO
Definition
To make a hole in something, usually fabric or material, because of repeated use or rubbing over time.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɛɹ/ /ˈθɹu
British English
wɛə/ /θɹˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAIR-THROO
UK
WAIR-THROO
Listen in Context
If you walk a lot, your shoes might wear through at the toes.
His socks finally wore through after a year of use.
Be careful or you will wear through the knees of your jeans.
The carpet in the hallway has worn through from years of footsteps.