How to Pronounce Raving

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɹeɪvɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “raving”

"raving" has 2 syllables: rav-ing. It rhymes with craving and braving, if that helps it stick.

What does raving mean?

verb

  1. To wander in mind or intellect; to be delirious; to talk or act irrationally; to be wild, furious, or raging.
  2. To speak or write wildly or incoherently.

noun

  1. (usually in the plural) Wild, incoherent, or irrational talk.

adjective

  1. Talking wildly.
  2. Causing excitement or wild praise.

    “She was not considered a raving beauty.”

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Words that rhyme with raving

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "raving"?▾

"Raving" has 2 syllables: rav · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "raving"?▾

The IPA transcription of "raving" is /ˈɹeɪvɪŋ/.

What does "raving" mean?▾

Raving: To wander in mind or intellect; to be delirious; to talk or act irrationally; to be wild, furious, or raging.

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