How to Pronounce "nervy"
word
ˈnɝvi
NUR-vee
nˈɜːvi
NUR-vee
Definition
Describes someone who is either bold and confident in a way that may seem rude, or someone who is nervous or easily agitated. The meaning depends on the context.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnɝvi
British English
nˈɜːvi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NUR-vee
UK
NUR-vee
Listen in Context
She asked a very nervy question in class.
He felt nervy before the big game.
That was a nervy move!
I can't believe how nervy she was to interrupt the boss!