How to Pronounce Pave

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

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/peɪv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pave”

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

What does pave mean?

verb

  1. To cover something with paving slabs.
  2. To cover with stone, concrete, blacktop or other solid covering, especially to aid travel.

Words that rhyme with pave

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

enclavewaivecravewavebraveknavelaveconcavecavedepraveconclaverave

Related words

blacktopmacadamizeoverlaylaunchsurfacedrawhobnoblead

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pave"?▾

"Pave" has 2 syllables: pav · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "pave"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pave" is /peɪv/.

What does "pave" mean?▾

Pave: To cover something with paving slabs.

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