How to Pronounce Laver

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈlɑːvə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “laver”

"laver" has 2 syllables: lav-er. It rhymes with savor and quaver, if that helps it stick.

What does laver mean?

noun

  1. A red alga/seaweed, Porphyra umbilicalis (syn. Porphyra laciniata), eaten as a vegetable.
  2. Other seaweeds similar in appearance or use, especially:

Words that rhyme with laver

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

savorquaveraverflavordisfavorsaverwaivershaverfavourraverpaverlifesaver

Related words

washwashinglaverbreadamanorinorishoreweedwaterleaf

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "laver"?▾

"Laver" has 2 syllables: lav · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "laver"?▾

The IPA transcription of "laver" is /ˈlɑːvə/.

What does "laver" mean?▾

Laver: A red alga/seaweed, Porphyra umbilicalis (syn. Porphyra laciniata), eaten as a vegetable.

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