The spelling of the word "Neives" can be confusing as it does not follow the standard English spelling rules. However, it can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The pronunciation of "Neives" is /ˈnɛvjɛz/, with the first syllable sounding like "neve" and ending with a "zh" sound. The final syllable contains the vowel sound "eh" and ends with a "z" sound. This alternative spelling of "Nieves" is derived from Spanish, where it means "snows."