To pronounce "heavier", say HEAV-ier — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhɛvɪə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈhɛvɪə/
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"heavier" has 2 syllables: heav-ier. It rhymes with brevier and bevier, if that helps it stick.
adjective
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Heavier" has 2 syllables: heav · ier.
The IPA transcription of "heavier" is /ˈhɛvɪə/.
Heavier: (of a physical object) Having great weight.
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