English pronunciation · Words Starting with Y
You're Pronunciation
You're is pronounced YUUR, IPA /ˈjur/.
YUUR
US /ˈjur/
Syllables: YUUR (1 syllable)
contraction (you are): The shortened form of you are.
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You're in a Sentence
- You're going to love this place.
- Tell me when you're ready.
- You're the only one who noticed.
Common Mispronunciations of You're
Not YOO-er
One beat, not two. The contraction squeezes you are into a single syllable ending in a light r.
Not YAWR
Many speakers do merge this with your, and that merger is standard in casual speech. Kept apart, you're has the uu of pull and your has the aw of paw.
Tip: You're is you are and your shows possession. They sound close enough in speech that only the writing gives you away.
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