How to Pronounce "dear"
word
/ˈdɪɹ/
DEER
/dˈiə/
DEE-uh
Definition
Used to show affection or respect when addressing someone, or to describe something valuable or important.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdɪɹ/
British English
/dˈiə/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DEER
UK
DEE-uh
Listen in Context
She called me dear to show kindness.
Dear friends are always helpful.
He wrote a letter starting with 'Dear Mom'.
That necklace is very dear to her because it belonged to her grandmother.