How to pronounce Hair in English

Hair is pronounced HAIR (IPA /hɛər/). Use the open 'air' sound, like 'fair' — not 'ee'.

IPA: /hɛər/

Syllables: HAIR

Common ESL mistake: Learners say 'heer' confusing it with 'here'.

Tip: Use the open 'air' sound, like 'fair' — not 'ee'.

Schwa /ə/, the reduced vowel

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