Learn How to Pronounce year

Not sure how to say a word? Try the Promova pronunciation tool for free and learn how to pronounce anything in English correctly. Discover over 100,000 words and easily learn English pronunciation online!

Find your word:

Find how to pronounce a word and practice it in our free word pronouncer for English learners!

How to pronounce:

Listen to the pronunciation:

year

Definition:

(nou) a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days (nou) a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity (nou) the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun (nou) a body of students who graduate together

Phonetic Transcription:

jɜː

Examples:

The date is concluded by a glyph stating the day and month of the Haab year.

Iranian months of the year correspond exactly to the horoscope months.

April is the hottest month of the year.

Learn more about:
year

Related Words:

day

time

month

How to perfect your pronunciation of: year

Learn Individual Sounds

Break year down into individual sounds such as jɜː. Practice these parts before you learn to say the whole word.

Copy Others

Use the tools above to find out how different people say year in their accents, then try to repeat after them.

Pick an Accent

Avoid mixing word pronunciations. If you’re learning American English, stick to it and try not to confuse yourself with British pronunciation.

Record Yourself

Say year in the pronunciation tool as many times as it takes before you get it right. Record yourself saying different sentences with year.

Get a Native Tutor

Improve your pronunciation with native speakers! Practice with American, British, and Australian teachers on Promova.

Common mistakes of year pronunciation

Dropping the initial sound: Some learners may skip the initial "y" sound, pronouncing "year" as "ear." This changes the meaning and can confuse listeners. Tip: Practice the "y" sound by saying "yes" before "year."
Misplacing stress: Incorrectly stressing the second syllable, saying "year" as "ye-ar," can make pronunciation unclear. The correct stress is on the single syllable "year" /jɪr/ (US) or /jɪə/ (UK). Tip: Focus on keeping it a single, smooth sound.
Confusing vowel sounds: Some might pronounce "year" with an incorrect vowel, saying it like "yer." The correct pronunciation is /jɪr/ (US) or /jɪə/ (UK), with a clear "ee" sound. Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the correct vowel.
Adding an extra syllable: Saying "year" as "ye-ar" introduces an unnecessary syllable. This can lead to misunderstandings. The word should be pronounced as one syllable, /jɪr/ (US) or /jɪə/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying "year" quickly to reinforce the single-syllable sound.
Overemphasizing the "r": Some learners may pronounce "year" with a heavy "r" sound, as in "yerr." This can sound unnatural. The correct pronunciation is softer, /jɪr/ (US) or /jɪə/ (UK). Tip: Use a light touch on the "r" and focus on the preceding sounds.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "year" in American English?

In American English, "year" is pronounced as /jɪr/. The vowel sound is a short "i," similar to the word "ear," but with a "y" sound at the beginning.

What is the British pronunciation of "year"?

In British English, "year" is pronounced as /jɪə/. The vowel sound includes a diphthong, which gives it a slightly longer and more rounded quality compared to the American version.

Is there a schwa sound in "year"?

No, there is no schwa sound in "year." The pronunciation is clear and direct, with the stress on the initial "y" sound and a strong "ear" that follows.

What are some common mistakes when pronouncing "year"?

A common mistake is to pronounce "year" with an incorrect vowel sound, like /jɪər/, which adds an unnecessary "r" sound. It's important to focus on the pure vowel sound /jɪr/ to sound more natural.