How to Pronounce "calves"
word
/ˈkævz/
KAVZ
/kˈɑːvz/
KAHVZ
Definition
'Calves' is the plural of 'calf' and can mean: (1) the back part of your lower legs, or (2) young cows or other large animals like whales or elephants.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkævz/
British English
/kˈɑːvz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAVZ
UK
KAHVZ
Listen in Context
My calves hurt after running.
The cow has two calves in the field.
Stretch your calves before exercising.
Those baby elephants are actually called calves too.