How to Pronounce "navy"
word
/ˈneɪvi/
NAY-vee
/nˈeɪvi/
NAY-vee
Definition
A navy is the branch of a country's military that fights at sea. It can also mean a very dark shade of blue called navy or navy blue.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈneɪvi/
British English
/nˈeɪvi/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NAY-vee
UK
NAY-vee
Listen in Context
My brother wants to join the navy.
She bought a navy jacket for school.
The navy ships are in the harbor.
I like the dress, but I think it would look better in navy.