How to Pronounce Waving

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈweɪvɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “waving”

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

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

What does waving 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.

verb

  1. To move back and forth repeatedly and somewhat loosely.

    “The flag waved in the gentle breeze.”

  2. To move one’s hand back and forth (generally above the shoulders) in greeting or departure.

Words that rhyme with waving

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

cravingravingbravingengravingpavingbehavinglavingsavingshavingslavingmisbehavingwaiving

Related words

waftureflutteringaflareflaringmovingflyingbrandishingwand

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "waving"?▾

"Waving" has 2 syllables: wav · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "waving"?▾

The IPA transcription of "waving" is /ˈweɪvɪŋ/.

What does "waving" mean?▾

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

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