How to Pronounce Peeves

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/piːvz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “peeves”

"peeves" has 2 syllables: peev-es. It rhymes with believes and leaves, if that helps it stick.

What does peeves mean?

noun

  1. An annoyance or grievance.

    “stylistic peeve”

verb

  1. To annoy; vex.

    “He was peeved to note that his hard work had been undone.”

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Words that rhyme with peeves

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

believesleavessheavesperceivesheavesthievesinterleavescleavesevesrelievesretrievesachieves

Related words

grievancespetannoyancesgripesbugbearsirritationsgrumpskvetch

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "peeves"?▾

"Peeves" has 2 syllables: peev · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "peeves"?▾

The IPA transcription of "peeves" is /piːvz/.

What does "peeves" mean?▾

Peeves: An annoyance or grievance.

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