How to Pronounce "maven"
word
ˈmeɪvən
MAY-vuhn
mˈævən
MAV-uhn
Definition
A maven is a person who is highly knowledgeable or skilled in a particular field and is seen as an expert.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪvən
British English
mˈævən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAY-vuhn
UK
MAV-uhn
Listen in Context
She is a maven in Italian cooking.
Tom is the tech maven at our office.
People see her as a fashion maven.
Ask Jake, he’s a maven when it comes to cars.