noun
Wood that is burned to make a fire.
We collected firewood before it got dark.
Common phrases & grammar
collect firewood · chop firewood
American English
How to pronounce firewood
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FAIerwud
/ˈfaɪ.ɚˌwʊd̚/
3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Wood that is burned to make a fire.
What to listen for
Firewood is commonly pronounced /ˈfaɪ.ɚˌwʊd̚/. You may also hear /ˈfaɪɹˌwʊd̚/.
Usual pronunciation/ˈfaɪ.ɚˌwʊd̚/
Common alternate/ˈfaɪɹˌwʊd̚/