How to pronounce riven
Say it like RIV-un. Riven has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RIV).
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- RIV
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Riven pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RIVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of riven
American and British speakers say riven in essentially the same way: /ˈrɪvən/ in the US and /ˈrɪvən/ in the UK.
British respelling: RIV-un.
What does riven mean?
- past participle of rive How to pronounce rive
- Torn apart.
- Broken into pieces; split asunder.
Where does riven come from?
From Middle English riven, past participle of rive (“to rive”).
Words that rhyme with riven
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of riven.
Questions about saying riven
How do you pronounce riven?
Say RIV-un. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɪvən/. In British English it is /ˈrɪvən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in riven?
Riven has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RIV). Broken into parts: RIV · un.
Do Americans and Brits say riven the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrɪvən/ and the British form is /ˈrɪvən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.