The spelling of the word "minnear" can be confusing to many as it is not a commonly used word in English. The phonetic transcription of this word in IPA is /mɪˈnɪər/, which reveals the pronunciation of the word. The stress is on the second syllable "nɪər". The initial part "mi" is pronounced like "mih" with a short "i" sound. The ending "r" is silent, making it a two-syllable word. Despite its unusual spelling, "minnear" refers to someone who is involved in mining or is an expert in mineralogy.