How to Pronounce Shivers

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

SHIV-ers

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💡 Tip for remembering “shivers”

"shivers" has 2 syllables: shiv-ers. It rhymes with caregivers and delivers, if that helps it stick.

What does shivers mean?

noun

  1. The act of shivering.

    “A shiver went up my spine.”

  2. A bodily response to early hypothermia.Wp

verb

  1. To tremble or shake, especially when cold or frightened.

    “They stood outside for hours, shivering in the frosty air.”

  2. To cause to shake or tremble, as a sail, by steering close to the wind.

noun

  1. A fragment or splinter, especially of glass or stone.
  2. A thin slice; a shive.

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Words that rhyme with shivers

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

caregiversdeliverssliversgiversliversrivers

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shivers"?▾

"Shivers" has 2 syllables: shiv · ers.

What does "shivers" mean?▾

Shivers: The act of shivering.

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