Pronunciation: [ɡɹˈiːvz] (IPA) 
The word "grieves" is pronounced as /ɡriːvz/ in IPA phonetic transcription. It is spelled with two syllables, "grie-" and "-ves" and ends with a voiced "z" sound. The "ie" in "grieves" is pronounced as a long "ee" sound. The spelling of "grieves" is a regular plural form of the singular noun "grief," which means intense sorrow or sadness. This word is commonly used in phrases such as "grieves me deeply" or "my hearts grieves for you."
Grieves is a verb that refers to the expression of intense sorrow or sadness caused by a loss, tragedy, or unfortunate event. It is a word commonly used to describe the emotional response to the death of a loved one, but can also apply to other situations of deep distress.
When someone grieves, they experience a profound sense of mourning and may display various emotions such as sadness, despair, anger, guilt, or confusion. Grieving is often accompanied by physical symptoms, including loss of appetite, difficulty sleeping, fatigue, and low mood. It is a highly personal and individual process, as people may grieve in different ways and for different lengths of time.
The act of grieving allows individuals to process and come to terms with their loss, adjusting to a new reality without the presence of the deceased or in light of the tragic event. It is a necessary and natural response to loss, fostering healing and helping individuals to move forward in their lives.
Moreover, grieving can be a collective experience, as communities or societies may mourn as a whole when facing large-scale tragedies or disasters. Rituals, ceremonies, and mourning traditions are often observed during these times as ways to remember and honor those who have passed away and to provide support to the grieving individuals.
Overall, grieves encapsulates the emotional and psychological process of mourning and finding ways to cope with loss.
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The word "grieves" is derived from the Middle English word "greve", which was borrowed from the Old French word "grever". The Old French term ultimately traces back to the Latin word "gravāre" meaning "to burden" or "to weigh heavy on". The sense of the word "grieves" evolved over time to refer to feelings of sorrow, sadness, or distress.
