How to Pronounce Upriver

To pronounce "upriver", say UPR-iv-er — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

UPR-iv-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “upriver”

"upriver" has 3 syllables: upr-iv-er. It rhymes with quiver and deliver, if that helps it stick.

What does upriver mean?

adjective

  1. Towards the source of a river.

adverb

  1. Towards the source of a river.
  2. Against the current.

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Words that rhyme with upriver

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

quiverdeliverslivercaregiverrivergiverliver

Related words

upstreamheadwaterabovebackwardaheadbeforehandproactivelydownriver

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "upriver"?▾

"Upriver" has 3 syllables: upr · iv · er.

What does "upriver" mean?▾

Upriver: Towards the source of a river.

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