How to Pronounce "relieve"
word
/ɹiˈɫiv/
ri-LEEV
/ɹɪlˈiːv/
ri-LEEV
Definition
To make pain, stress, or a difficult situation less severe or easier to bear. It can also mean to free someone from a duty or to help them relax.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɹiˈɫiv/
British English
/ɹɪlˈiːv/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-LEEV
UK
ri-LEEV
Listen in Context
This medicine will relieve your headache.
Taking a walk can relieve stress.
A cold drink will relieve your thirst.
I was relieved to hear you arrived safely.