How to Pronounce "engrave"
word
ɪnˈɡɹeɪv
in-GRAYV
ɛnɡɹˈeɪv
en-GRAYV
Definition
To cut or carve words, pictures, or designs into a hard surface, usually metal, wood, or stone.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪnˈɡɹeɪv
British English
ɛnɡɹˈeɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-GRAYV
UK
en-GRAYV
Listen in Context
They engrave names on wedding rings.
The artist engraved a picture into the wood.
Please engrave the year on the trophy.
His watch was engraved with a secret message.