How to Pronounce Lave

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

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/leɪv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “lave”

"lave" has 2 syllables: lav-e. It rhymes with enclave and waive, if that helps it stick.

What does lave mean?

verb

  1. To pour or throw out, as water; lade out; bail; bail out.
  2. To draw, as water; drink in.

Words that rhyme with lave

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

enclavewaivecravewavebraveknaveconcavecavedepraveconclaveraveshave

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lave"?▾

"Lave" has 2 syllables: lav · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "lave"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lave" is /leɪv/.

What does "lave" mean?▾

Lave: To pour or throw out, as water; lade out; bail; bail out.

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