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How to pronounce:
pier
Definition:
(nou) a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats (nou) a vertical supporting structure (as a portion of wall between two doors or windows) (nou) a support for two adjacent bridge spans
Phonetic Transcription:
pɪə
Examples:
The ship arrived at the pier in the morning.
The pier is used mostly by the commuter ship to Suomenlinna.
The wind fanned the flames along the pier and over to the ships.
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Common mistakes of pier pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "pier" with a long "e" sound, like "peer" /pɪr/. Tip: Remember that "pier" has a single vowel sound represented by /ɪə/ in UK English and /ɪr/ in US English.
- Confusing with "peer": It's common to mix up "pier" and "peer" due to similar sounds. "Peer" has a different meaning and pronunciation /pɪr/. Tip: Focus on the context to differentiate the words and practice the distinct sounds.
- Ignoring the stress pattern: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable or pronounce "pier" as two syllables. The correct pronunciation is a single syllable /pɪə/ (UK) or /pɪr/ (US). Tip: Emphasize the single syllable to avoid confusion.
- Overemphasizing the "r" sound: Learners might pronounce "pier" with a heavy "r" sound, making it sound like "peer" with an added "r." Tip: Keep the "r" subtle, especially in UK English, where it may be less pronounced.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some might add an extra vowel sound at the end, saying "pier" as /pɪər/. Tip: Ensure that you pronounce it as a single, clean syllable to maintain clarity.