live wire Synonyms & Antonyms
/ˈlaɪv ˈwaɪə(ɹ)/
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Live Wire as a Noun
1
An electrical wire through which there is a flow of electrical current.
2
An especially energetic, alert, or vivacious person.
Word Forms & Grammar
live wire (plural live wires)
Quick Facts About Live Wire
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈlaɪv ˈwaɪə(ɹ)/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Meaning | An electrical wire through which there is a flow of electrical current |
| Plural | live wires |
How Do You Say Live Wire?
You say live wire as /ˈlaɪv ˈwaɪə(ɹ)/. It has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (laɪv).