How to pronounce swivet
Say it like SWIV-it. Swivet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SWIV).
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- SWIV
- it
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Swivet pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SWIVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- itKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of swivet
American and British speakers say swivet in essentially the same way: /ˈswɪvɪt/ in the US and /ˈswɪvɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: SWIV-it.
What does swivet mean?
- A state or condition of haste, flutter; extreme discomposure or distress; irritation, exasperation, annoyance.
Words that rhyme with swivet
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of swivet.
Questions about saying swivet
How do you pronounce swivet?
Say SWIV-it. The American pronunciation is /ˈswɪvɪt/. In British English it is /ˈswɪvɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in swivet?
Swivet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SWIV). Broken into parts: SWIV · it.
Do Americans and Brits say swivet the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈswɪvɪt/ and the British form is /ˈswɪvɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.