How to Pronounce Outlive

To pronounce "outlive", say OUTL-iv-e — 3 syllables, IPA /aʊtˈlɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/aʊtˈlɪv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “outlive”

"outlive" has 3 syllables: outl-iv-e. It rhymes with give and combative, if that helps it stick.

What does outlive mean?

verb

  1. To live longer than; continue to live after the death of; overlive; survive.
  2. To live through or past (a given time).

Synonyms

survive

Antonyms

predecease

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Words that rhyme with outlive

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

givecombativesievelivecorroborativeforgiverelivedeterminativemisgivevivlivziv

Related words

outlastsurviveoverliveoutsurvivesuperviveliveoutendureeverlive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "outlive"?▾

"Outlive" has 3 syllables: outl · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "outlive"?▾

The IPA transcription of "outlive" is /aʊtˈlɪv/.

What does "outlive" mean?▾

Outlive: To live longer than; continue to live after the death of; overlive; survive.

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