How to Pronounce Moves

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

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Syllables

5

Letters

/muːvz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “moves”

"moves" has 2 syllables: mov-es. It rhymes with grooves and approves, if that helps it stick.

What does moves 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!”

noun

  1. A good ability to dance.

    “Check out the guy on the dancefloor, he's got seriously good moves.”

Synonyms

relocationremovalplayactuateaffecttroubleagitateget movingstirimpel

Words that rhyme with moves

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

groovesapprovesbehoovesimproveshoovesprovesremovesdisprovesdisapprovesroovescountermoves

Related words

motionmovementproceedpropeltravelrunpromptdisplace

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "moves"?▾

"Moves" has 2 syllables: mov · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "moves"?▾

The IPA transcription of "moves" is /muːvz/.

What does "moves" mean?▾

Moves: The act of moving; a movement.

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