How to Pronounce Ivory

To pronounce "ivory", say IV-ory — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈaɪvəɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈaɪvəɹi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ivory”

"ivory" has 2 syllables: iv-ory. It rhymes with chivaree and ivery, if that helps it stick.

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

What does ivory mean?

noun

  1. The hard white form of dentin which forms the tusks of elephants, walruses and other animals.
  2. A creamy white color, the color of ivory.

adjective

  1. Made of ivory.
  2. Resembling or having the colour of ivory.

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Words that rhyme with ivory

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chivareeivery

Related words

tuskpearlboneoff-whitewalrusnarwhalbilledtooth

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ivory"?▾

"Ivory" has 2 syllables: iv · ory.

What is the IPA transcription of "ivory"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ivory" is /ˈaɪvəɹi/.

What does "ivory" mean?▾

Ivory: The hard white form of dentin which forms the tusks of elephants, walruses and other animals.

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