How to Pronounce "believes"
word
/bɪˈɫivz/
bi-LEEVZ
/bɪlˈiːvz/
bi-LEEVZ
Definition
Third-person singular form of 'believe'. It means thinks something is true, or has faith or confidence in someone, something, or an idea.
IPA Transcription
American English
/bɪˈɫivz/
British English
/bɪlˈiːvz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bi-LEEVZ
UK
bi-LEEVZ
Listen in Context
She believes his story.
My mother believes that hard work matters.
He believes in his team.
She still believes she'll get the job, even after that interview.