How to Pronounce "rivaling"
word
ˈɹaɪvəɫɪŋ/, /ˈɹaɪvɫɪŋ
RY-vuh-ling
ɹˈaɪvəl
RY-vuh-ling
Definition
Trying to be as good as or better than someone or something else; competing with someone or something for superiority or attention.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹaɪvəɫɪŋ/, /ˈɹaɪvɫɪŋ
British English
ɹˈaɪvəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RY-vuh-ling
UK
RY-vuh-ling
Listen in Context
The new store is rivaling the old one in popularity.
She is rivaling the top students in her class.
The painting is rivaling masterpieces from history.
Some local restaurants are rivaling big chains in taste and service these days.