How to Pronounce Shive

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ʃaɪv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “shive”

"shive" has 2 syllables: shiv-e. It rhymes with contrive and strive, if that helps it stick.

What does shive mean?

noun

  1. A slice, especially of bread.
  2. A sheave.

Words that rhyme with shive

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

contrivestrivedrivederivearchiveconniveliverevivealivethriveshrivearrive

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shive"?▾

"Shive" has 2 syllables: shiv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "shive"?▾

The IPA transcription of "shive" is /ʃaɪv/.

What does "shive" mean?▾

Shive: A slice, especially of bread.

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