How to pronounce Rsvp in English

Rsvp is pronounced are-ess-vee-PEE (IPA /ˌɑːrɛsviːˈpiː/). Spell each letter — 'R-S-V-P' as four separate sounds.

IPA: /ˌɑːrɛsviːˈpiː/

Syllables: are · ess · vee · PEE

Common ESL mistake: Learners try to say it as a word like 'rissvip'.

Tip: Spell each letter — 'R-S-V-P' as four separate sounds.

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