How to Pronounce "peeves"
word
ˈpivz
PEEVZ
pˈiːvz
PEEVZ
Definition
Things that annoy or bother someone, usually small or everyday problems that people find irritating.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpivz
British English
pˈiːvz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PEEVZ
UK
PEEVZ
Listen in Context
Loud chewing is one of my biggest peeves.
He listed his peeves in the meeting.
Messy desks are common peeves at work.
We all have our own little peeves that drive us crazy.