How Do You Spell LAVE?

Pronunciation: [lˈe͡ɪv] (IPA)

The word "lave" is a verb that means to wash or bathe. It is spelled with the letters "L-A-V-E" and is pronounced with the IPA phonetic transcription /leɪv/. The "A" in "lave" is pronounced with the "ay" sound, like in the word "shame." The "V" is pronounced with the "v" sound, like in the word "very." The "E" is pronounced with the "eh" sound, like in the word "pet." So, when pronouncing "lave," say it like "lay-ve."

LAVE Meaning and Definition

  1. The term "lave" can be either a noun or a verb, with the verb form being more commonly used. As a verb, "lave" usually means to wash or cleanse by applying or flowing liquid over something. It is often associated with the act of cleaning or bathing. For instance, one might use the term to describe the action of rinsing or bathing parts of the body, or even cleaning an object or a surface with water or another liquid.

    As a noun, "lave" typically refers to a pool or a body of water, usually confined or surrounded by natural elements. It can also be used to describe a small stream or a waterfall where water flows and cascades gently. In this context, "lave" denotes a serene and peaceful scene where water moves gently or collects into a calm and reflective body.

    The origins of "lave" can be traced back to Middle English and Old English, with similar words appearing in other Germanic languages. Over time, its meaning has evolved to encompass various applications related to the action of washing or bathing. Today, "lave" remains a less commonly used word in everyday language, but it can still be found in literature, poetry, or specific contexts where a more picturesque or imaginative expression is desired.

  2. • To wash: to bathe.
    • To throw up or out; to lade out.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of LAVE

The word "lave" comes from the Old English word "lafian", which means "to wash or bathe". This Old English word is related to the Old Norse word "laug", which also means "to wash" and is the root of the English word "laundry". The word "lave" has evolved over time to refer to the act of washing or cleansing, especially with water, and is still used in modern English.

Similar spelling words for LAVE

Conjugate verb Lave

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have laved
you would have laved
he/she/it would have laved
we would have laved
they would have laved
I would have lave
you would have lave
he/she/it would have lave
we would have lave
they would have lave

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been laving
you would have been laving
he/she/it would have been laving
we would have been laving
they would have been laving

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would lave
you would lave
he/she/it would lave
we would lave
they would lave

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be laving
you would be laving
he/she/it would be laving
we would be laving
they would be laving

FUTURE

I will lave
you will lave
he/she/it will lave
we will lave
they will lave

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be laving
you will be laving
he/she/it will be laving
we will be laving
they will be laving

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have laved
you will have laved
he/she/it will have laved
we will have laved
they will have laved

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been laving
you will have been laving
he/she/it will have been laving
we will have been laving
they will have been laving

IMPERATIVE

you lave
we let´s lave

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to lave

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was laving
you were laving
he/she/it was laving
we were laving
they were laving

PAST PARTICIPLE

laved

PAST PERFECT

I had laved
you had laved
he/she/it had laved
we had laved
they had laved

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been laving
you had been laving
he/she/it had been laving
we had been laving
they had been laving

PRESENT

I lave
you lave
he/she/it laves
we lave
they lave

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am laving
you are laving
he/she/it is laving
we are laving
they are laving

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

laving

PRESENT PERFECT

I have laved
you have laved
he/she/it has laved
we have laved
they have laved

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been laving
you have been laving
he/she/it has been laving
we have been laving
they have been laving

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it lave

SIMPLE PAST

I laved
you laved
he/she/it laved
we laved
they laved

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