How to Pronounce Enclave

To pronounce "enclave", say ENCL-av-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɒ̃kleɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɒ̃kleɪv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “enclave”

"enclave" has 3 syllables: encl-av-e. It rhymes with waive and crave, if that helps it stick.

What does enclave mean?

noun

  1. A political, cultural or social entity or part thereof that is completely surrounded by another.

    “The republic of San Marino is an enclave of Italy.”

  2. A group that is set off from a larger population by its characteristic or behavior.

    “...it tends to make marriage itself a lifestyle enclave.”

verb

  1. To enclose within a foreign territory.

Words that rhyme with enclave

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

waivecravewavebraveknavelaveconcavecavedepraveconclaveraveshave

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "enclave"?▾

"Enclave" has 3 syllables: encl · av · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "enclave"?▾

The IPA transcription of "enclave" is /ˈɒ̃kleɪv/.

What does "enclave" mean?▾

Enclave: A political, cultural or social entity or part thereof that is completely surrounded by another.

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