How to Pronounce "nerve"
word
/ˈnɝv/
nurv
/nˈɜːv/
nurv
Definition
A nerve is a thread-like part of the body that carries signals between the brain and the rest of the body. It can also mean courage in difficult situations, or rude boldness when someone behaves with shocking confidence.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈnɝv/
British English
/nˈɜːv/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
nurv
UK
nurv
Listen in Context
The dentist said the pain comes from a damaged nerve.
She had the nerve to ask for more money.
He lost his nerve before the jump.
I was going to say something, but I lost my nerve at the last second.