How to Pronounce "clave"
word
kleɪv
KLAYV
klˈeɪv
KL-AYV
Definition
A 'clave' is a pair of wooden sticks used as a percussion instrument, especially in Latin American music, to produce a sharp clicking sound that sets the rhythm.
IPA Transcription
American English
kleɪv
British English
klˈeɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KLAYV
UK
KL-AYV
Listen in Context
He learned to play the clave in his music class.
The clave keeps the rhythm in salsa music.
He bought a new pair of wooden claves for practice.
You can hear the clave clearly at the start of this song.