pave

/peɪv/
Syllables pave
Stress PAVE

Phonics Breakdown

pa
/peɪ/
long a_e
ve
/v/
silent letter

Meaning

to cover a surface with stones or concrete; to make a way easier

Sound Reference

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pa=/peɪ/(pay) + v=/v/(vest)

Example

The city plans to pave the road next year.