How to Pronounce Civvy

To pronounce "civvy", say CIVVY — one syllable, IPA /sɪvi/. 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

/sɪvi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “civvy”

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

What does civvy mean?

noun

  1. A civilian; someone who is not in the military.

Synonyms

civvie

Words that rhyme with civvy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

privychivvychivydivvykivilivviesivyspiveyvivie

Related words

citizenundercitizenskivvynavvytailor-madenavviegavversquaddie

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "civvy"?▾

"Civvy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "civvy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "civvy" is /sɪvi/.

What does "civvy" mean?▾

Civvy: A civilian; someone who is not in the military.

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