How to Pronounce Improve

To pronounce "improve", say IMPR-ov-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪmˈpɹuːv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɪmˈpɹuːv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “improve”

"improve" has 3 syllables: impr-ov-e. It rhymes with prove and move, if that helps it stick.

What does improve mean?

verb

  1. To make (something) better; to increase the value or productivity (of something).

    “Buying more servers would improve performance.”

  2. To become better.

    “I have improved since taking the tablets.”

Synonyms

amelioratebattenbetterenhance

Antonyms

deteriorateworsen

Words that rhyme with improve

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

provemovegrooveremovebehoovedisprovedisapproveapprovepoovecountermovehoove

Related words

amendamelioratemelioratebetterimprovementbettermentenhancedamelioration

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "improve"?▾

"Improve" has 3 syllables: impr · ov · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "improve"?▾

The IPA transcription of "improve" is /ɪmˈpɹuːv/.

What does "improve" mean?▾

Improve: To make (something) better; to increase the value or productivity (of something).

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