How to pronounce derives
Say it like duh-RYVZ. Derives has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RYVZ).
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- duh
- RYVZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Derives pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- duhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- RYVZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of derives
American and British speakers say derives in essentially the same way: /dəˈraɪvz/ in the US and /dəˈraɪvz/ in the UK.
British respelling: duh-RYVZ.
What does derives mean?
- third-person singular simple present indicative of derive How to pronounce derive
Words that rhyme with derives
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of derives.
Questions about saying derives
How do you pronounce derives?
Say duh-RYVZ. The American pronunciation is /dəˈraɪvz/. In British English it is /dəˈraɪvz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in derives?
Derives has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RYVZ). Broken into parts: duh · RYVZ.
Do Americans and Brits say derives the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /dəˈraɪvz/ and the British form is /dəˈraɪvz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.