How to Pronounce Sleeve

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/sliːv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sleeve”

"sleeve" has 2 syllables: sleev-e. It rhymes with naive and heave, if that helps it stick.

What does sleeve mean?

noun

  1. The part of a garment that covers the arm.
  2. A (usually tubular) covering or lining to protect a piece of machinery etc.

verb

  1. To fit a sleeve to
  2. (magic tricks) To hide something up one's sleeve.

Words that rhyme with sleeve

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

naiveheavereprieveconceiveperceivecleaverelievebelievereaveachieveeveweave

Related words

armmuffcollarshirtjacketbrabootmantle

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sleeve"?▾

"Sleeve" has 2 syllables: sleev · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "sleeve"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sleeve" is /sliːv/.

What does "sleeve" mean?▾

Sleeve: The part of a garment that covers the arm.

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