How to Pronounce Shivah

To pronounce "shivah", say SHIV-ah — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

SHIV-ah

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💡 Tip for remembering “shivah”

"shivah" has 2 syllables: shiv-ah.

What does shivah mean?

noun

  1. A weeklong period of formal mourning for a close relative.

Related words

shibahshivashiv'ahshloshimshivaitesheloshimshraadhashemira

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How many syllables are in "shivah"?▾

"Shivah" has 2 syllables: shiv · ah.

What does "shivah" mean?▾

Shivah: A weeklong period of formal mourning for a close relative.

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