How to Pronounce “weird”
To start, let’s clarify the pronunciation of the word “weird.” It can be a bit confusing because the spelling doesn’t quite match its pronunciation. The correct pronunciation is as follows:
- /wɪrd/
Now, let’s break down the pronunciation into syllables:
- The “w” is pronounced like the letter “w.”
- The “i” is pronounced like the short vowel sound in “it.”
- The “e” is pronounced like the short vowel sound in “bed.”
- The “ir” is pronounced like the vowel sound in “ear.”
- The “d” is pronounced like the letter “d.”
When you put it all together, you get the pronunciation /wɪrd/. Remember to stress the first syllable, “wird.”
That’s it! Now you know how to pronounce “weird” correctly