How Do You Spell SIVELS?

Pronunciation: [sˈɪvə͡lz] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "Sivels" can be confusing to some as it does not follow standard English phonetic patterns. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is written as /ˈsɪvəlz/. This means that the "Siv-" portion is pronounced with a short "i" sound followed by a "v" and a neutral vowel sound. The "-els" ending is pronounced with a short "e" sound followed by an "l" and a soft "z" sound. While it may look unfamiliar, the IPA transcription helps to clarify the correct pronunciation of this word.