How to Pronounce Sleeves

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/sliːvz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sleeves”

"sleeves" has 2 syllables: sleev-es. It rhymes with believes and leaves, if that helps it stick.

What does sleeves 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 sleeves

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

believesleavessheavespeevesperceivesheavesthievesinterleavescleavesevesrelievesretrieves

Related words

armbagsbootscasingscouplingscoveringscoverscuffs

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sleeves"?▾

"Sleeves" has 2 syllables: sleev · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "sleeves"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sleeves" is /sliːvz/.

What does "sleeves" mean?▾

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

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