How to Pronounce "beehives"
word
ˈbiˌhaɪv
BEE-hyves
bˈiːhaɪvz
BEE-hyvez
Definition
Beehives are man-made boxes or structures where bees are kept and make honey. The word can also refer to natural nests made by bees.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbiˌhaɪv
British English
bˈiːhaɪvz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BEE-hyves
UK
BEE-hyvez
Listen in Context
Moving the beehives closer to the flowers helped the bees make more honey.
Old wooden beehives can sometimes attract ants, so they need to be checked regularly.
There are five beehives in our garden.
The beehives are full of honey.