How to pronounce pavis
Say it like puh-VYZE. Pavis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VYZE).
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- puh
- VYZE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Pavis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- puhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- VYZESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of pavis
American and British speakers say pavis in essentially the same way: /pəˈvaɪz/ in the US and /pəˈvaɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: puh-VYZE.
What does pavis mean?
- Most usually, a very large shield fitted with a stand, like a small moveable wall, carried in front to protect all or most of the bearer's body that could be positioned independently of the user, such as a crossbowman, often with a projecting ridge running vertically down the center. However, smalle
Where does pavis come from?
From Middle English pavis(e) (paveis, pavas), from Anglo-Norman pavis (compare French pavois), from Latin pavensis, probably from Pavia in Italy.
Words that rhyme with pavis
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of pavis.
Questions about saying pavis
How do you pronounce pavis?
Say puh-VYZE. The American pronunciation is /pəˈvaɪz/. In British English it is /pəˈvaɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in pavis?
Pavis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VYZE). Broken into parts: puh · VYZE.
Do Americans and Brits say pavis the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /pəˈvaɪz/ and the British form is /pəˈvaɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.