how to pronounce firearm
/ˈfaɪɚˌɑːɹm/
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the above transcription of firearm is a detailed (narrow) transcription according to the rules of the International Phonetic Association; you can find a description of each symbol by clicking the phoneme buttons in the secction below.
firearm is pronounced in three syllables
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An example use of firearm in a speech by a native speaker of american english:
“… execution plan here a firearm egress …”
meaning of firearm
A firearm is a weapon that uses gunpowder or other explosive materials to fire a projectile, such as a bullet, shot, or shell, or to launch a missile.
firearm frequency in english - C2 level of CEFR
the word firearm occurs in english on average 2.7 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2 level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.
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