Ear: how to say it, spell it and use it
ear
/ɪr/
Short answer
The English word ear is pronounced /ɪr/. It is spelled E-A-R and has 3 letters. With a or an: an ear. The plural is ears.
Example sentence
My ear is warm.
Key facts
- English
- ear
- Pronunciation
- /ɪr/
- With a or an
- an ear
- Plural
- ears
- Spelling
- E-A-R
- Number of letters
- 3
- Word list
- Parts of the Body in English for Kids
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How do you pronounce ear?
Ear is pronounced /ɪr/. Press the listen button on this page to hear it.
How do you spell ear?
Ear is spelled E-A-R. It has 3 letters.
What is the plural of ear?
The plural of ear is ears.
Do you say a or an before ear?
Say an ear.
How do you use ear in a sentence?
For example: My ear is warm.
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