How to Pronounce Chivy

To pronounce "chivy", say CHIVY — one syllable, IPA /ˈtʃɪvi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈtʃɪvi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “chivy”

"chivy" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with privy and chivvy, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: chivvy — easy to mix up when writing.

What does chivy mean?

noun

  1. A hunt or pursuit; a chase.
  2. A cry used in hunting.

verb

  1. To chase or hunt.
  2. To vex or harass with petty attacks.

verb

  1. To coerce or hurry along, as by persistent request.
  2. To subject to harassment or verbal abuse.

Synonyms

scamperchasehunt

Words that rhyme with chivy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

privychivvycivvydivvykivilivviesivyspiveyvivie

Related words

besetplagueharrychevychivvyprovokeharassmolest

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chivy"?▾

"Chivy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "chivy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "chivy" is /ˈtʃɪvi/.

What does "chivy" mean?▾

Chivy: A hunt or pursuit; a chase.

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