How to pronounce eaving
Say it like EE-ving. Eaving has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EE).
- EE
- ving
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Eaving pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- vingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of eaving
American and British speakers say eaving in essentially the same way: /ˈivɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈiːvɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: EE-ving.
What does eaving mean?
- The eaves of a roof.
Words that rhyme with eaving
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of eaving.
Questions about saying eaving
How do you pronounce eaving?
Say EE-ving. The American pronunciation is /ˈivɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈiːvɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in eaving?
Eaving has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EE). Broken into parts: EE · ving.
Do Americans and Brits say eaving the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈivɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈiːvɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.