How to Pronounce Louvre

To pronounce "louvre", say LOUVR-e — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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LOUVR-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “louvre”

"louvre" has 2 syllables: louvr-e. It rhymes with oeuvre, if that helps it stick.

What does louvre mean?

noun

  1. A type of turret on the roof of certain medieval buildings designed to allow ventilation or the admission of light.
  2. (chiefly in plural) A series of sloping overlapping slats or boards which admit air and light but exclude rain etc.

Words that rhyme with louvre

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oeuvre

Related words

louverfinshutterventventilatorjalousieslatscreen

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "louvre"?▾

"Louvre" has 2 syllables: louvr · e.

What does "louvre" mean?▾

Louvre: A type of turret on the roof of certain medieval buildings designed to allow ventilation or the admission of light.

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