How to pronounce wuv
Say it like WUHV. Wuv is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- WUHV
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wuv pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WUHVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of wuv
American and British speakers say wuv in essentially the same way: /wʌv/ in the US and /wʌv/ in the UK.
British respelling: WUHV.
What does wuv mean?
- Alternative form of love.
- Alternative form of love.
Where does wuv come from?
From a humorous mispronunciation of love, mimicking the speech of a young child.
Words that rhyme with wuv
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of wuv.
Questions about saying wuv
How do you pronounce wuv?
Say WUHV. The American pronunciation is /wʌv/. In British English it is /wʌv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wuv?
Wuv is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: WUHV.
Do Americans and Brits say wuv the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /wʌv/ and the British form is /wʌv/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.