How to Pronounce Glaive

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɡleɪv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “glaive”

"glaive" has 2 syllables: glaiv-e.

What does glaive mean?

noun

  1. A light lance with a long, sharp-pointed head.
  2. A weapon consisting of a pole with a large blade fixed on the end, the edge of which is on the outside curve.

Related words

glavegladiusglimglentgladeguisarmeglow-lampgleg

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "glaive"?▾

"Glaive" has 2 syllables: glaiv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "glaive"?▾

The IPA transcription of "glaive" is /ɡleɪv/.

What does "glaive" mean?▾

Glaive: A light lance with a long, sharp-pointed head.

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