How to pronounce skivvy
Say it like SKIV-ee. Skivvy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKIV).
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- SKIV
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Skivvy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKIVSay 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 skivvy
American and British speakers say skivvy in essentially the same way: /ˈskɪvi/ in the US and /ˈskɪvi/ in the UK.
British respelling: SKIV-ee.
What does skivvy mean?
- A female domestic servant, especially one employed for menial work.
- A close-fitting, long-sleeved T-shirt with a rolled collar.
- To perform menial work; to do chores, like a servant.
Words that rhyme with skivvy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of skivvy.
Questions about saying skivvy
How do you pronounce skivvy?
Say SKIV-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈskɪvi/. In British English it is /ˈskɪvi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in skivvy?
Skivvy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKIV). Broken into parts: SKIV · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say skivvy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈskɪvi/ and the British form is /ˈskɪvi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.