How to Pronounce Improving

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

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Syllables

Letters

/ɪmˈpɹuːvɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “improving”

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

What does improving mean?

verb

To make (something) better; to increase the value or productivity (of something).
“Buying more servers would improve performance.”
To become better.
“I have improved since taking the tablets.”

adjective

That tends to improve someone or something (especially to educate or morally better a person).

Synonyms

ameliorate batten better enhance edifying uplifting

Antonyms

deteriorate worsen

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Words that rhyme with improving

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

moving approving grooving removing disapproving proving earthmoving

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "improving"?▾

"Improving" has 3 syllables: impr · ov · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "improving"?▾

The IPA transcription of "improving" is /ɪmˈpɹuːvɪŋ/.

What does "improving" mean?▾

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

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