How to Pronounce Never

To pronounce "never", say NEV-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈnɛv.ə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈnɛv.ə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “never”

"never" has 2 syllables: nev-er. It rhymes with endeavor and clever, if that helps it stick.

What does never mean?

adverb

At no time; on no occasion; in no circumstance.
“I finally finished, and I never want to do that again.”
Not at any other time; not on any other occasion; not previously.

Antonyms

all the time always consistently constantly continually continuously

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Words that rhyme with never

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

endeavor clever however endeavour lever bever ever sever whatever whatsoever whichever whenever

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "never"?▾

"Never" has 2 syllables: nev · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "never"?▾

The IPA transcription of "never" is /ˈnɛv.ə(ɹ)/.

What does "never" mean?▾

Never: At no time; on no occasion; in no circumstance.

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