How to Pronounce Eves

To pronounce "eves", say EV-es — 2 syllables, IPA /iːvz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/iːvz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “eves”

"eves" has 2 syllables: ev-es. It rhymes with believes and leaves, if that helps it stick.

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

What does eves mean?

noun

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

Synonyms

eeneventideforenight

Antonyms

eveningwinter

Words that rhyme with eves

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

believesleavessheavespeevesperceivesheavesthievesinterleavescleavesrelievesretrievesachieves

Related words

eveningeventidekabbadibrihaspatieaveslucknowdhakbadminton

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "eves"?▾

"Eves" has 2 syllables: ev · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "eves"?▾

The IPA transcription of "eves" is /iːvz/.

What does "eves" mean?▾

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

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