How to Pronounce Relieved

To pronounce "relieved", say REL-iev-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ɹɪˈliːvd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ɹɪˈliːvd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “relieved”

"relieved" has 3 syllables: rel-iev-ed. It rhymes with aggrieved and bereaved, if that helps it stick.

What does relieved mean?

verb

To ease (a person, person's thoughts etc.) from mental distress; to stop (someone) feeling anxious or worried, to alleviate the distress of.
“I was greatly relieved by the jury's verdict.”
To ease (someone, a part of the body etc.) or give relief from physical pain or discomfort.

adjective

Experiencing or exhibiting relief; freed from stress or discomfort.
“She was extremely relieved when the lesson finished.”

Synonyms

liss

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Words that rhyme with relieved

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aggrieved bereaved peeved perceived conceived heaved achieved received grieved deceived cleaved misconceived

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "relieved"?▾

"Relieved" has 3 syllables: rel · iev · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "relieved"?▾

The IPA transcription of "relieved" is /ɹɪˈliːvd/.

What does "relieved" mean?▾

Relieved: To ease (a person, person's thoughts etc.) from mental distress; to stop (someone) feeling anxious or worried, to alleviate the distress of.

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