How to Pronounce Involve

To pronounce "involve", say INV-olv-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈvɒlv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɪnˈvɒlv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “involve”

"involve" has 3 syllables: inv-olv-e. It rhymes with resolve and absolve, if that helps it stick.

What does involve mean?

verb

  1. To roll or fold up; to wind round; to entwine.
  2. To envelop completely; to surround; to cover; to hide.

    “to involve in darkness or obscurity”

Synonyms

complicateembarrassentangleimplicateimplyincludeoverwhelm

Words that rhyme with involve

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

resolveabsolvedissolveevolverevolvedevolvesolve

Related words

regardimplyrequireaskdemandtakenecessitateneed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "involve"?▾

"Involve" has 3 syllables: inv · olv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "involve"?▾

The IPA transcription of "involve" is /ɪnˈvɒlv/.

What does "involve" mean?▾

Involve: To roll or fold up; to wind round; to entwine.

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