How to Pronounce "firemen"
word
/ˈfaɪɹmən/
FYR-muhn
/fˈaɪəmɛn/
FY-uh-muhn
Definition
Men whose job is to put out fires and help in emergencies. It is the plural form of 'fireman'. Sometimes used for both men and women but 'firefighter' is now the preferred gender-neutral term.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈfaɪɹmən/
British English
/fˈaɪəmɛn/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FYR-muhn
UK
FY-uh-muhn
Listen in Context
Firemen helped put out the fire at the school.
There are five firemen working at this station.
The firemen rescued a cat from the tree.
Firemen rushed to the scene within minutes after the alarm sounded.