How to Pronounce Thieving

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈθiːvɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “thieving”

"thieving" has 2 syllables: thiev-ing. It rhymes with heaving and grieving, if that helps it stick.

What does thieving mean?

verb

  1. To commit theft.

noun

  1. The action of theft.

adjective

  1. That thieves; that steals; inclined to steal

Synonyms

robsteal

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Words that rhyme with thieving

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

heavinggrievingweavingleavingdisbelievingreceivingunbelievingdeceivingbelievingretrievingachievingmisconceiving

Related words

thieverytheftthievishstealinglarcenydishonestdishonorablethief

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "thieving"?▾

"Thieving" has 2 syllables: thiev · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "thieving"?▾

The IPA transcription of "thieving" is /ˈθiːvɪŋ/.

What does "thieving" mean?▾

Thieving: To commit theft.

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