How to pronounce kiver
Say it like KEE-ver. Kiver has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KEE).
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- KEE
- ver
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kiver pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- verKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of kiver
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KEE-vuh.
What does kiver mean?
- A shallow wooden vessel or tub.
Words that rhyme with kiver
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of kiver.
Questions about saying kiver
How do you pronounce kiver?
Say KEE-ver. The American pronunciation is /ˈkivɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkiːvə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kiver?
Kiver has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KEE). Broken into parts: KEE · ver.
Is kiver pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈkiːvə/ (KEE-vuh).