How to Pronounce "shivah"
word
ˈʃɪvə
SHIV-uh
ʃˈɪvɐ
sh-IV-uh
Definition
Shivah is a Jewish mourning ritual lasting seven days after a close family member dies, during which family and friends gather to provide support and remember the deceased.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɪvə
British English
ʃˈɪvɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHIV-uh
UK
sh-IV-uh
Listen in Context
The family began shivah after the funeral.
Many friends visited during shivah to offer support.
Shivah lasts for seven days.
We went to sit shivah with the family last night.