How to pronounce quivery
Say it like KWIV-uh-ree. Quivery has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIV).
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- KWIV
- uh
- ree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Quivery pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KWIVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of quivery
American and British speakers say quivery in essentially the same way: /ˈkwɪvəri/ in the US and /ˈkwɪvəri/ in the UK.
British respelling: KWIV-uh-ree.
What does quivery mean?
- quivering; aquiver
Where does quivery come from?
From quiver + -y.
Words that rhyme with quivery
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of quivery.
Questions about saying quivery
How do you pronounce quivery?
Say KWIV-uh-ree. The American pronunciation is /ˈkwɪvəri/. In British English it is /ˈkwɪvəri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in quivery?
Quivery has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIV). Broken into parts: KWIV · uh · ree.
Do Americans and Brits say quivery the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkwɪvəri/ and the British form is /ˈkwɪvəri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.