How to Pronounce Jives

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/dʒaɪvz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “jives”

"jives" has 2 syllables: jiv-es. It rhymes with archives and lives, if that helps it stick.

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

What does jives mean?

verb

  1. To reproach with contemptuous words; to deride, to mock, to taunt.
  2. To say in a mocking or taunting manner.

verb

  1. To accord or agree.

    “That explanation doesn’t jibe with the facts.”

verb

  1. Alternative spelling of gybe

Synonyms

flout

Words that rhyme with jives

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

archiveslivesdrivesdivesreviveshiveswivesstivesderivesarriveshousewivesstrives

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jives"?▾

"Jives" has 2 syllables: jiv · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "jives"?▾

The IPA transcription of "jives" is /dʒaɪvz/.

What does "jives" mean?▾

Jives: To reproach with contemptuous words; to deride, to mock, to taunt.

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