How to Pronounce Nosedive

To pronounce "nosedive", say NOS-ed-iv-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

NOS-ed-iv-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “nosedive”

"nosedive" has 4 syllables: nos-ed-iv-e. It rhymes with contrive and strive, if that helps it stick.

What does nosedive mean?

noun

  1. A headfirst fall or jump.
  2. A rapid fall in price or value.

verb

  1. (of aircraft) To dive down in a steep angle.
  2. To perform a rapid fall in price or value.

Words that rhyme with nosedive

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

contrivestrivedrivederivearchiveconniveliverevivealivethriveshrivearrive

Related words

tumblefalldeclinedownsagslumpplungedive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nosedive"?▾

"Nosedive" has 4 syllables: nos · ed · iv · e.

What does "nosedive" mean?▾

Nosedive: A headfirst fall or jump.

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