To pronounce "dave", say DAV-e — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
dave
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DAV-e
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"dave" has 2 syllables: dav-e. It rhymes with enclave and waive, if that helps it stick.
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"Dave" has 2 syllables: dav · e.
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