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How to pronounce dear in English

Dear
/dir/

Examples from movies with Dear

Leather apron. Dear God, we could be looking for a butcher after all.
From Hell - Paying the Ferryman
Dear Margo, you were an unforgettable Peter Pan. You must play it again soon.
All About Eve - Fasten Your Seatbelts
Several of your dear neighbors informed us that you, the Sandins,
The Purge - Please Just Let Us Purge
- Do you like it? - Dear, I'm afraid that's not even a tune.
Happy Feet - Mumble Has No Heartsong
That's my signature. And above it, it says, "Dear Rufus, you belong in jail."
Notting Hill - Can I Have Your Autograph?
Yes, that's your breed, dear. What's your name?
Babe - Babe's New Beginning
Here we go. Now, I want you to walk right here, my dear.
Marley & Me - Clearance Puppy
Oh, my dear, why must you make me say things that will hurt you?
Gone with the Wind - Scarlett Meets Rhett
I hope to call you something infinitely more dear.
Emma - More than a Friend
Oh, dear, is that going to be an issue?
Match Point - Scoring a Date
Oh dear, I think my legs have fallen asleep I should probably come down.
Sherlock Holmes - Far Too Fond of Himself Scene
And so I implore you, dear reader, to use this information wisely,
The Spiderwick Chronicles - The Field Guide
Dear Edward, I've gone back and forth the last few days..
The Bucket List - Find the Joy
Allow me to set your mind at rest, my dear.
Hitchcock - Only Suggesting Nudity
Dear Lord baby Jesus, we also thank you for my wife's father, Chip.
Talladega Nights - Dear Lord Baby Jesus

Audio pronunciation of Dear

American pronunciation

Dear pronounced by Ivy (child, girl)
Dear pronounced by Joanna (female)
Dear pronounced by Kendra (female)
Dear pronounced by Kimberly (female)
Dear pronounced by Salli (female)
Dear pronounced by Joey (male)
Dear pronounced by Justin (child, boy)
Dear pronounced by Matthew (male)

British pronunciation

Dear pronounced by Amy (female)
Dear pronounced by Emma (female)
Dear pronounced by Brian (male)