tires
Translation
tyres
Examples
My car needs new tires.
My car needs new tyres.
The front tires have low pressure.
The front tyres have low pressure.
Grammar Patterns
((a set of)) tires a group of tires I bought a new set of tires.
((winter/summer)) tires tires for a specific season You should change to winter tires in October.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wheels
Etymology
From Middle English 'tire', meaning 'attire, equipment', referring to the iron bands on carriage wheels. The spelling 'tyre' is standard in British English.
Memory Tips
Imagine a car is 'tired' and needs new 'shoes' (tires). Remember the UK spelling is 'tyre'.