How to Pronounce Love

To pronounce "love", say LOV-e — 2 syllables, IPA /lʊv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

love

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/lʊv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “love”

"love" has 2 syllables: lov-e. It rhymes with shove and above, if that helps it stick.

What does love mean?

noun

  1. Strong affection.
  2. A person who is the object of romantic feelings; a darling, a sweetheart, a beloved.

verb

  1. (usually transitive, sometimes intransitive, stative) To have a strong affection for (someone or something).

    “I love my spouse.   I love you!”

  2. To need, thrive on.

    “Mold loves moist, dark places.”

Synonyms

babydarlinghoneylove birdloverpetsweetheartromanceadorecherish

Antonyms

indifferenceangsthatehatredmalicespitedespise

Hear “love” in real sentences

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Words that rhyme with love

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shoveabovedoveglovethereof

Related words

dearestbelovedenjoylovemakingdearpassionhoney

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "love"?▾

"Love" has 2 syllables: lov · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "love"?▾

The IPA transcription of "love" is /lʊv/.

What does "love" mean?▾

Love: Strong affection.

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