To pronounce "craving", say CRAV-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkɹeɪ.vɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈkɹeɪ.vɪŋ/
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"craving" has 2 syllables: crav-ing. It rhymes with raving and braving, if that helps it stick.
noun
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Craving" has 2 syllables: crav · ing.
The IPA transcription of "craving" is /ˈkɹeɪ.vɪŋ/.
Craving: A strong desire; yearning.
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