English pronunciation · Words Starting with V
Veer Pronunciation
Veer is pronounced VIR, IPA /ˈvɪr/.
VIR
US /ˈvɪr/ · UK /ˈviə/
Syllables: VIR (1 syllable)
verb: To change direction suddenly.
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Veer in a Sentence
- The van veered across two lanes.
- Conversation veered towards politics after the second bottle.
- Winds veer south overnight.
Common Mispronunciations of Veer
Not BEER
Press the top teeth against the bottom lip and let the voice buzz through. Languages that lack a v often substitute a b here.
Not VAY-er
One syllable, with the vowel of beer. The double e never gives an ay sound.
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