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What does bear state mean?
An unofficial nickname for Arkansas, a state of the United States.
Where does bear state come from?
A nickname, from the many bears once inhabiting its forests.

How to pronounce bear state

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “bear state”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
  3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “bear state”.
  4. Repeat and practice — Say “bear state” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.