How to Pronounce "wear and tear"
expression
WAIR-uhn-TAIR
WAIR-uhn-TAIR
Definition
Gradual damage or reduced quality that happens to something over time because it is used regularly. Commonly refers to physical items like furniture, cars, or machines.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɛɹ/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈtɛɹ/, /ˈtɪɹ
British English
wɛə/ /ˈænd/ /teə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAIR-uhn-TAIR
UK
WAIR-uhn-TAIR
Listen in Context
The old sofa has some wear and tear.
Some wear and tear is normal after years of use.
My shoes show a lot of wear and tear.
Minor wear and tear won’t affect your rental deposit.