How to Pronounce Calve

To pronounce "calve", say CALV-e — 2 syllables, IPA /kɑːv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/kɑːv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “calve”

"calve" has 2 syllables: calv-e. It rhymes with have and halve, if that helps it stick.

What does calve mean?

verb

  1. To give birth to a calf
  2. To assist in a cow's giving birth to a calf

Words that rhyme with calve

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

havehalvenavflav-amiravjahveh

Related words

lowvealfreshdeaconwrestlecoltchestfeed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "calve"?▾

"Calve" has 2 syllables: calv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "calve"?▾

The IPA transcription of "calve" is /kɑːv/.

What does "calve" mean?▾

Calve: To give birth to a calf

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