How to Pronounce Move

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

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Syllables

4

Letters

/muːv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “move”

"move" has 2 syllables: mov-e. It rhymes with improve and prove, if that helps it stick.

What does move mean?

noun

  1. The act of moving; a movement.

    “A slight move of the tiller, and the boat will go off course.”

  2. An act for the attainment of an object; a step in the execution of a plan or purpose.

    “He made another move towards becoming a naturalized citizen.”

verb

  1. To change place or posture; to go, in any manner, from one place or position to another.

    “A ship moves rapidly.”

  2. To act; to take action; to begin to act

    “Come on guys, let's move: there's work to do!”

Synonyms

relocationremovalplayactuateaffecttroubleagitateget movingstirimpel

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Words that rhyme with move

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

improveprovegrooveremovebehoovedisprovedisapproveapprovepoovecountermovehoovejuve

Related words

motionmovementproceedpropeltravelrunpromptdisplace

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "move"?▾

"Move" has 2 syllables: mov · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "move"?▾

The IPA transcription of "move" is /muːv/.

What does "move" mean?▾

Move: The act of moving; a movement.

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