English pronunciation · Words Starting with P
Peer Pronunciation
Peer is pronounced PIR, IPA /ˈpɪr/.
PIR
US /ˈpɪr/
Syllables: PIR (1 syllable)
noun and verb: Someone of the same age or rank, and as a verb, to look closely at something.
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Peer in a Sentence
- Her peers elected her unanimously.
- He peered through the letterbox.
- Peer review takes several months.
Common Mispronunciations of Peer
Not PER
Hold the ear as the eer of beer, which is what keeps peer clear of pear.
Not PEE-er
Run it as one beat; the r only colours the vowel rather than adding a syllable.
Tip: Peer and pier are homophones. A peer is a person; a pier runs out into the sea.
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