How to Pronounce "brave"

word

/ˈbɹeɪv/

brayv

/bɹˈeɪv/

brayv

Definition

Brave describes someone who shows courage and is willing to face danger, pain, fear, or difficult situations. It can describe both big heroic actions and small everyday acts of courage.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈbɹeɪv/

British English

/bɹˈeɪv/

Simplified Pronunciation

brayv

Listen in Context

The brave firefighter saved the child.

She was brave enough to speak in front of the class.

It was brave of him to tell the truth.

I'll be honest—I wasn't brave enough to try that.