How to Pronounce "eave"
word
ˈiv
EEV
ˈiːv
EEV
Definition
The part of a roof that hangs over the edge of a wall, usually to direct rainwater away from the building.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈiv
British English
ˈiːv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EEV
UK
EEV
Listen in Context
Rainwater dripped from the eave of the house.
A bird built a nest under the eave.
Icicles hung from the eave in winter.
The cat loves to hide in the shadows under the eave on hot days.