How to pronounce ave

Say it like this: /ˈɑˌveɪ/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

British

What does ave mean?

nounA salutation.

An Ave Maria.

“Ye’ll come and find the place where I am lying And kneel and say an ave there for me.”

intjA reverential salutation.

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