How to Pronounce Loves

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/lʌvz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “loves”

"loves" has 2 syllables: lov-es. It rhymes with gloves and doves, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: luvs — easy to mix up when writing.

What does loves 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.”

verb

  1. To praise; commend.
  2. To praise as of value; prize; set a price on.

Synonyms

babydarlinghoneylove birdloverpetsweetheartromanceadorecherish

Antonyms

indifferenceangsthatehatredmalicespitedespise

Words that rhyme with loves

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

glovesdovesshovesluvsspivs

Related words

dearestbelovedenjoylovemakingdearpassionhoney

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "loves"?▾

"Loves" has 2 syllables: lov · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "loves"?▾

The IPA transcription of "loves" is /lʌvz/.

What does "loves" mean?▾

Loves: Strong affection.

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