How to Pronounce "sliver"
word
ˈsɫɪvɝ
SLIV-er
ˈslɪv.əː
SLIV-uh
Definition
A very thin, narrow piece that has been cut or broken off from something larger, often wood, glass, or food.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɫɪvɝ
British English
ˈslɪv.əː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SLIV-er
UK
SLIV-uh
Listen in Context
He got a sliver of wood in his finger.
She ate only a small sliver of cake.
A sliver of glass fell on the floor.
Could I have just a sliver of cheese with my crackers?