How to pronounce heir
noun A person who receives property after someone dies.
Written sound guide
AIR
Nora’s AI voice uses natural Indian English. Written guides are approximate and may differ from Nora’s pronunciation. CAPITAL letters mark the strongest syllable.
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The h is silent. Start directly with the vowel; heir sounds like air.
01AIROne beat
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“She is the heir to the property.”Your turn
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The h is silent. Start directly with the vowel; heir sounds like air. Focus on one small adjustment, then try again. This is self-guided practice; the page does not record or score your voice.
