How to Pronounce "rev"
word
/ˈɹɛv/
rev
/ɹˈɛv/
rev
Definition
To make an engine go faster or increase its speed, especially by pressing the accelerator. Commonly used with engines in vehicles.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɹɛv/
British English
/ɹˈɛv/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
rev
UK
rev
Listen in Context
He likes to rev his car before a race.
Don't rev the engine too high.
She revs the motorcycle every morning.
Can you rev it a little so I can hear the engine?