How to Pronounce "iv"

word

/aɪˈvi/

eye-VEE

/aɪˈviː/

eye-VEE

Definition

'IV' is an abbreviation for 'intravenous', referring to fluids, medicines, or devices given directly into a vein, usually with a needle and tube at hospitals.

IPA Transcription

American English

/aɪˈvi/

British English

/aɪˈviː/

Simplified Pronunciation

eye-VEE

Listen in Context

The nurse gave her medicine through an IV.

He was hooked up to an IV in the hospital.

The doctor ordered fluids by IV for the patient.

My arm is sore where the IV went in.