How to Pronounce Craved

To pronounce "craved", say CRAV-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /kɹeɪvd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

craved

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/kɹeɪvd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “craved”

"craved" has 2 syllables: crav-ed. It rhymes with depraved and engraved, if that helps it stick.

What does craved mean?

verb

  1. To desire strongly, so as to satisfy an appetite; to long or yearn for.

    “to crave after wealth”

  2. To ask for earnestly; to beg; to claim.

    “I humbly crave your indulgence to read this letter until the end.”

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Words that rhyme with craved

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

depravedengravedpavedsavedwavedenslavedbehavedshavedgravedravedwaivedcaved

Related words

desiredwantedyennedyearnedlongedhungeredthirstedreveled

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "craved"?▾

"Craved" has 2 syllables: crav · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "craved"?▾

The IPA transcription of "craved" is /kɹeɪvd/.

What does "craved" mean?▾

Craved: To desire strongly, so as to satisfy an appetite; to long or yearn for.

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