Very is pronounced VER-ee (IPA /ˈvɛri/). Bite your bottom lip lightly for /v/; you should feel a buzz.
IPA: /ˈvɛri/
Syllables: VER · ee
In 42 attempts by 10 learners scored in the SayWhat app, the sound most often scored red in this word was /i/ (50% of attempts).
Common ESL mistake: Learners (especially Hindi/Japanese speakers) replace /v/ with /w/, saying 'wery'.
Tip: Bite your bottom lip lightly for /v/; you should feel a buzz.