How to Pronounce Davit

To pronounce "davit", say DAV-it — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdeɪvɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈdeɪvɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “davit”

"davit" has 2 syllables: dav-it. It rhymes with affidavit and savate, if that helps it stick.

What does davit mean?

noun

  1. A spar formerly used on board of ships, as a crane to hoist the flukes of the anchor to the top of the bow, without injuring the sides of the ship.
  2. A crane, often working in pairs and usually made of steel, used to lower things over an edge of a long drop off, such as lowering a maintenance trapeze down a building or launching a lifeboat over the side of a ship.

Synonyms

fish davit

Words that rhyme with davit

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

affidavitsavate

Related words

hoistcranedavydodgerdaggerdolphindamelopredandy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "davit"?▾

"Davit" has 2 syllables: dav · it.

What is the IPA transcription of "davit"?▾

The IPA transcription of "davit" is /ˈdeɪvɪt/.

What does "davit" mean?▾

Davit: A spar formerly used on board of ships, as a crane to hoist the flukes of the anchor to the top of the bow, without injuring the sides of the ship.

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