How to Pronounce Rivalries

To pronounce "rivalries", say RIV-alr-ies — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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RIV-alr-ies

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💡 Tip for remembering “rivalries”

"rivalries" has 3 syllables: riv-alr-ies.

What does rivalries mean?

noun

  1. An ongoing relationship between (usually two) rivals who compete for superiority.

    “James and Polly have a bitter rivalry due to the latter's inclusion in the Tea Time Teaser.”

  2. The characteristic of being a rivalrous good, such that it can be consumed or used by only one person at a time.

    “Common goods are those which are rivalrous in consumption but non-excludable”

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Related words

antagonismscompetitionsconfrontationsdeductionsdiscountsenmitieshostilitiesrebates

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rivalries"?▾

"Rivalries" has 3 syllables: riv · alr · ies.

What does "rivalries" mean?▾

Rivalries: An ongoing relationship between (usually two) rivals who compete for superiority.

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