EAReer
EAR says “eer”
EAR usually makes the “eer” sound, like in 'ear', 'hear', and 'near'.
How this rule works
EAR most often says “eer” (the 'ear' sound): ear, hear, near, year, clear, dear, fear.
Remember: Hear with your ear — hear, near, year!
Examples
Words that use this rule
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