How to Pronounce Revival

To pronounce "revival", say REV-iv-al — 3 syllables, IPA /ɹɪˈvaɪvəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɹɪˈvaɪvəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “revival”

"revival" has 3 syllables: rev-iv-al. It rhymes with rival and arrival, if that helps it stick.

What does revival mean?

noun

  1. The act of reviving, or the state of being revived
  2. Renewed attention to something, as to letters or literature.

Words that rhyme with revival

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rivalarrivalnivalsurvivalarchivalarchrival

Related words

revivificationresurgencerevitalizationrenewalrehabilitationreclamationrevitalisationreviving

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "revival"?▾

"Revival" has 3 syllables: rev · iv · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "revival"?▾

The IPA transcription of "revival" is /ɹɪˈvaɪvəl/.

What does "revival" mean?▾

Revival: The act of reviving, or the state of being revived

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