EEReer
R-Controlled EER
EER makes the “eer” sound, like in 'deer', 'cheer', and 'steer'.
How this rule works
EER is an r-controlled team saying “eer” (same 'ear' sound): deer, cheer, steer, career, engineer, volunteer.
Remember: A deer can cheer — deer, cheer, steer!
Examples
Words that use this rule
12 words in the SnapPhonics dictionary use this rule. Tap any word to see how it breaks into sounds.
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