How to Pronounce Thriving

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/θɹaɪvɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “thriving”

"thriving" has 2 syllables: thriv-ing. It rhymes with conniving and striving, if that helps it stick.

What does thriving mean?

verb

  1. To grow or increase stature; to grow vigorously or luxuriantly, to flourish.

    “Not all animals thrive well in captivity.”

  2. To increase in wealth or success; to prosper, be profitable.

    “Since expanding in June, the business has really thrived.”

noun

  1. The action of the verb to thrive.

adjective

  1. That thrives; successful; flourishing or prospering.

Synonyms

fortunateprosperoussuccessful

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Words that rhyme with thriving

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

connivingstrivingjivingdrivingsurvivingrevivingdivingderivingarrivingshrivingskivingdepriving

Related words

flourishingprosperoushealthysuccessfulgrowingroaringboomingpalmy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "thriving"?▾

"Thriving" has 2 syllables: thriv · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "thriving"?▾

The IPA transcription of "thriving" is /θɹaɪvɪŋ/.

What does "thriving" mean?▾

Thriving: To grow or increase stature; to grow vigorously or luxuriantly, to flourish.

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