How to Pronounce "sheaves"
word
ˈʃivz
SHEEVZ
ʃˈiːvz
SHEEVZ
Definition
Bundles of grain stalks that have been cut and tied together, often after harvesting wheat, barley, or similar crops.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃivz
British English
ʃˈiːvz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHEEVZ
UK
SHEEVZ
Listen in Context
Several sheaves of wheat lay in the field.
Children played by the sheaves all afternoon.
We helped Grandpa stack the sheaves in the old barn before sunset.
The farmer tied the sheaves together after the harvest.