How to Pronounce "conceives"
word
kənˈsiv
kun-SEEVZ
kənsˈiːvz
kun-SEEVZ
Definition
To form an idea or plan in your mind, or (for women or female animals) to become pregnant. Often used for imagining or creating something.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈsiv
British English
kənsˈiːvz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kun-SEEVZ
UK
kun-SEEVZ
Listen in Context
She conceives a new idea for the project.
No one conceives that the plan could fail.
The author conceives characters with great imagination.
She finally conceives after years of trying to have a baby.