How to Pronounce Kyiv?

Kyiv, also known as Kiev, is the capital of Ukraine. To pronounce Kyiv correctly, the “k” should be pronounced like the “k” in “kit,” the “y” like the “ee” in “see,” the “i” like the “y” in “by,” and the “v” like the “v” in “victory.” The emphasis should be placed on the first syllable, “ky.”