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
US
eye-VEE
UK
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.