How to Pronounce Loving

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈlʌvɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “loving”

"loving" has 2 syllables: lov-ing. It rhymes with shoving and gloving, if that helps it stick.

What does loving mean?

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.

noun

  1. The action of the verb to love.

Synonyms

adorecherishenjoygo to bed withsleep with

Antonyms

despisehate

Words that rhyme with loving

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shovinggloving

Related words

lovesomeloverlyenamoredloverlikeamativesmitteninfatuatedamorous

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "loving"?▾

"Loving" has 2 syllables: lov · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "loving"?▾

The IPA transcription of "loving" is /ˈlʌvɪŋ/.

What does "loving" mean?▾

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

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