How to Pronounce Naive

To pronounce "naive", say NAIV-e — 2 syllables, IPA /naɪˈiːv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

5

Letters

/naɪˈiːv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “naive”

"naive" has 2 syllables: naiv-e. It rhymes with heave and reprieve, if that helps it stick.

What does naive mean?

noun

  1. A naive person; a greenhorn.

adjective

  1. Lacking worldly experience, wisdom, or judgement; unsophisticated.
  2. Not having been exposed to something.

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Words that rhyme with naive

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

heavereprieveconceiveperceivecleaverelievebelievereaveachieveeveweavereceive

Related words

ignorantinexperiencedchildlikeunsophisticatedingenuousartlessnaifinnocent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "naive"?▾

"Naive" has 2 syllables: naiv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "naive"?▾

The IPA transcription of "naive" is /naɪˈiːv/.

What does "naive" mean?▾

Naive: A naive person; a greenhorn.

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