How to pronounce shivvy
Say it like SHIV-ee. Shivvy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHIV).
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- SHIV
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Shivvy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SHIVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of shivvy
American and British speakers say shivvy in essentially the same way: /ˈʃɪvi/ in the US and /ˈʃɪvɪ/ in the UK.
British respelling: SHIV-ih.
What does shivvy mean?
- A shiv, a shank.
- A shiver.
- Alternative form of chivvy.
Where does shivvy come from?
From shiv + -y.
Words that rhyme with shivvy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of shivvy.
Questions about saying shivvy
How do you pronounce shivvy?
Say SHIV-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈʃɪvi/. In British English it is /ˈʃɪvɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in shivvy?
Shivvy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHIV). Broken into parts: SHIV · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say shivvy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈʃɪvi/ and the British form is /ˈʃɪvɪ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.