How to Pronounce "fireplaces"
word
ˈfaɪɝˌpɫeɪsəz/, /ˈfaɪɹˌpɫeɪsɪz
FY-er-play-siz
fˈaɪəpleɪsɪz
FY-uh-play-siz
Definition
Structures built into a wall or room, often with a chimney, where you can make a fire for heat or decoration.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfaɪɝˌpɫeɪsəz/, /ˈfaɪɹˌpɫeɪsɪz
British English
fˈaɪəpleɪsɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FY-er-play-siz
UK
FY-uh-play-siz
Listen in Context
There are two fireplaces in this old house.
The hotel lobby has several beautiful fireplaces.
Some mountain cabins have big stone fireplaces.
We gathered around the fireplaces to tell stories on cold evenings.