How to Pronounce Approving

To pronounce "approving", say APPR-ov-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /ʌˈpɹuv.ɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ʌˈpɹuv.ɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “approving”

"approving" has 3 syllables: appr-ov-ing. It rhymes with moving and grooving, if that helps it stick.

What does approving mean?

verb

  1. To sanction officially; to ratify; to confirm; to set as satisfactory.

    “Although we may disagree with it, we must nevertheless approve the sentence handed down by the court-martial.”

  2. To regard as good; to commend; to be pleased with; to think well of.

    “We approve the measure of the administration, for it is an excellent decision.”

verb

  1. (English law) To make profit of; to convert to one's own profit — said especially of waste or common land appropriated by the lord of the manor.

adjective

  1. Expressing approbation; commending

    “She flashed an approving smile.”

Words that rhyme with approving

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

movinggroovingremovingdisapprovingprovingimprovingearthmoving

Related words

approbatoryapprobativefavourablefavorableapprovalblessingapprobationaccepting

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "approving"?▾

"Approving" has 3 syllables: appr · ov · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "approving"?▾

The IPA transcription of "approving" is /ʌˈpɹuv.ɪŋ/.

What does "approving" mean?▾

Approving: To sanction officially; to ratify; to confirm; to set as satisfactory.

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