How to Pronounce Behaving

To pronounce "behaving", say BEH-av-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

BEH-av-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “behaving”

"behaving" has 3 syllables: beh-av-ing. It rhymes with craving and raving, if that helps it stick.

What does behaving mean?

verb

  1. To conduct (oneself) well, or in a given way.

    “You need to behave yourself, young lady.”

  2. To act, conduct oneself in a specific manner; used with an adverbial of manner.

    “He behaves like a child whenever she's around.”

noun

  1. Behaviour

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Words that rhyme with behaving

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

cravingravingbravingengravingpavingwavinglavingsavingshavingslavingmisbehavingwaiving

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "behaving"?▾

"Behaving" has 3 syllables: beh · av · ing.

What does "behaving" mean?▾

Behaving: To conduct (oneself) well, or in a given way.

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