How to Pronounce Rev

To pronounce "rev", say REV — one syllable, IPA /ɹɛv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ɹɛv/

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💡 Tip for remembering “rev”

"rev" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with breve and kiev, if that helps it stick.

What does rev mean?

verb

  1. To increase the speed of a motor, or to operate at a higher speed.

    “He revved the engine in a rather macho style.”

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Words that rhyme with rev

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

brevekievbevmaglevbaldevbasayevdevdudayevevkerpedjievkhrushchevkozyrev

Related words

rpmrotatepatchrevisionreviewingreviewgunhonourable

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rev"?▾

"Rev" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "rev"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rev" is /ɹɛv/.

What does "rev" mean?▾

Rev: To increase the speed of a motor, or to operate at a higher speed.

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