How to Pronounce Waiving

To pronounce "waiving", say WAIV-ing — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

WAIV-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “waiving”

"waiving" has 2 syllables: waiv-ing. It rhymes with craving and raving, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: waving — easy to mix up when writing.

What does waiving mean?

verb

  1. To relinquish (a right etc.); to give up claim to; to forego.

    “If you waive the right to be silent, anything you say can be used against you in a court of law.”

  2. To put aside, avoid.

verb

  1. To move from side to side; to sway.
  2. To stray, wander.

Words that rhyme with waiving

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

cravingravingbravingengravingpavingwavingbehavinglavingsavingshavingslavingmisbehaving

Related words

relinquishforfeitforgoforeswearrenderabandoningabolishing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "waiving"?▾

"Waiving" has 2 syllables: waiv · ing.

What does "waiving" mean?▾

Waiving: To relinquish (a right etc.); to give up claim to; to forego.

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