How to pronounce govvy
Say it like GUHV-ee. Govvy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHV).
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- GUHV
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Govvy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GUHVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of govvy
American and British speakers say govvy in essentially the same way: /ˈɡʌvi/ in the US and /ˈɡʌvi/ in the UK.
British respelling: GUHV-ee.
What does govvy mean?
- Of or run by the government.
- A government job.
- A government employee.
- A government bond.
Where does govvy come from?
Clipping of government + -y (diminutive).
Words that rhyme with govvy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of govvy.
Questions about saying govvy
How do you pronounce govvy?
Say GUHV-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡʌvi/. In British English it is /ˈɡʌvi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in govvy?
Govvy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHV). Broken into parts: GUHV · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say govvy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡʌvi/ and the British form is /ˈɡʌvi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.