How to Pronounce Swivel

To pronounce "swivel", say SWIV-el — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈswɪvəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈswɪvəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “swivel”

"swivel" has 2 syllables: swiv-el. It rhymes with drivel and uncivil, if that helps it stick.

What does swivel mean?

noun

  1. A piece, as a ring or hook, attached to another piece by a pin, in such a manner as to permit rotation about the pin as an axis.
  2. A small piece of ordnance, turning on a point or swivel; called also swivel gun.

verb

  1. To swing or turn, as on a pin or pivot.

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Words that rhyme with swivel

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

driveluncivilshrivelcivildivall

Related words

pivothingeballspincorneringspindlerollrotational

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "swivel"?▾

"Swivel" has 2 syllables: swiv · el.

What is the IPA transcription of "swivel"?▾

The IPA transcription of "swivel" is /ˈswɪvəl/.

What does "swivel" mean?▾

Swivel: A piece, as a ring or hook, attached to another piece by a pin, in such a manner as to permit rotation about the pin as an axis.

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