Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Fire”
To end someone's employment at a company or organization, usually because of poor performance or misconduct.
Word Family of Fire
Some English words keep the same spelling as a noun and a verb. Context tells you which form is being used.
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- The manager fired two employees for breaking company rules. A2
- He was fired after he kept arriving late to work. B1
- If you miss another deadline, they might fire you. B1
Origin and Word Formation of Fire
From Old English fyr, referring to the destructive element; extended to job termination metaphorically.
Common in American English workplace contexts. More formal alternatives exist in other varieties.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Fire
Wrong: They fired him because of the late arrivals.
Correct: They fired him because he kept arriving late.
Use gerund or clause to explain reason, not prepositional 'because of' with noun.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Fire
What are the word forms of “fire”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “fire”?
“fire” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Can “fire” be both a noun and a verb?
Yes. Some words keep the same spelling across parts of speech; the surrounding sentence shows the function.
Where does “fire” come from?
From Old English fyr, referring to the destructive element; extended to job termination metaphorically.