How to pronounce civvy
Say it like SIV-ee. Civvy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIV).
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- SIV
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Civvy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SIVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of civvy
American and British speakers say civvy in essentially the same way: /ˈsɪvi/ in the US and /ˈsɪvi/ in the UK.
British respelling: SIV-ee.
What does civvy mean?
- A civilian; someone who is not in the military.
- A manufactured cigarette, as opposed to a rollup.
Where does civvy come from?
Shortening of civilian + -y.
Words that rhyme with civvy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of civvy.
Questions about saying civvy
How do you pronounce civvy?
Say SIV-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɪvi/. In British English it is /ˈsɪvi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in civvy?
Civvy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIV). Broken into parts: SIV · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say civvy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsɪvi/ and the British form is /ˈsɪvi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.