How to Pronounce Sever

To pronounce "sever", say SEV-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɛv.ɚ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈsɛv.ɚ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sever”

"sever" has 2 syllables: sev-er. It rhymes with endeavor and clever, if that helps it stick.

What does sever mean?

verb

  1. To cut free.

    “After he graduated, he severed all links to his family.”

  2. To suffer disjunction; to be parted or separated.

Synonyms

becutcut off

Words that rhyme with sever

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

endeavorcleverhoweverendeavourleverbevereverneverwhateverwhatsoeverwhicheverwhenever

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sever"?▾

"Sever" has 2 syllables: sev · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "sever"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sever" is /ˈsɛv.ɚ/.

What does "sever" mean?▾

Sever: To cut free.

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