How to Pronounce Eve

To pronounce "eve", say EVE — one syllable, IPA /iːv/. 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

/iːv/

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💡 Tip for remembering “eve”

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

Sounds exactly like: eave, yves — easy to mix up when writing.

What does eve mean?

noun

  1. The day or night before, usually used for holidays, such as Christmas Eve.
  2. Evening, night.

Synonyms

eeneventideforenight

Antonyms

eveningwinter

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Words that rhyme with eve

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

naiveheavereprieveconceiveperceivecleaverelievebelievereaveachieveweavereceive

Related words

eveningeventidechristmashallowvergeresidencerobotmonitor

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "eve"?▾

"Eve" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "eve"?▾

The IPA transcription of "eve" is /iːv/.

What does "eve" mean?▾

Eve: The day or night before, usually used for holidays, such as Christmas Eve.

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