How to Pronounce Swerves

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

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Syllables

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Letters

SWERV-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “swerves”

"swerves" has 2 syllables: swerv-es. It rhymes with observes and reserves, if that helps it stick.

What does swerves mean?

noun

  1. A sudden movement out of a straight line, for example to avoid a collision.
  2. A deviation from duty or custom.

verb

  1. To stray; to wander; to rove.
  2. To go out of a straight line; to deflect.

Words that rhyme with swerves

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

observesreservesnervespreservesdeservesservescurvespurves

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "swerves"?▾

"Swerves" has 2 syllables: swerv · es.

What does "swerves" mean?▾

Swerves: A sudden movement out of a straight line, for example to avoid a collision.

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