How to Pronounce "raves"
word
ˈɹeɪvz
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ɹˈeɪvz
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Definition
'Raves' can refer to large, energetic dance parties with electronic music, or to enthusiastic praise and compliments about something or someone.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹeɪvz
British English
ɹˈeɪvz
Simplified Pronunciation
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Listen in Context
He raves about the new restaurant downtown.
Many teenagers go to raves on the weekends.
The film received raves from critics.
Everyone raves about her homemade cookies—they really are that good!