How to Pronounce "vane"
word
ˈveɪn
VAYN
vˈeɪn
VAYN
Definition
A vane is a flat or curved object that turns in the wind or water to show direction (such as a weather vane) or to catch the force of wind or water (such as the blades on a windmill or fan).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈveɪn
British English
vˈeɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
VAYN
UK
VAYN
Listen in Context
The weather vane shows which way the wind is blowing.
Each vane on the windmill catches the wind.
The fan's vanes help cool the room.
Did you see the rooster-shaped vane on that old barn?