How to Pronounce "merv"
word
MURV
MURV
Definition
MERV stands for Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value; it is a rating used to measure how well an air filter removes particles from the air.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɝv
British English
mɜːv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MURV
UK
MURV
Listen in Context
This air filter has a MERV rating of 8.
A higher MERV means the filter removes more dust.
The MERV value is listed on the filter box.
If you suffer from allergies, consider a filter with a higher MERV.