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How to pronounce the word 'solve'?

solve

verb

How to pronounce solve?

The word solve sounds like solve
/sɑlv/

What is the definition of solve?

verbfind the solution
Examples
  • solve an equation
  • solve for x
verbsettle, as of a debt
Examples
  • solve an old debt
verbfind the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of
Examples
  • did you solve the problem?

What is the meaning of the word 'solve'?

  • to find the solution to a problem or puzzle

Is 'solve' a verb?

  • Yes

What part of speech is 'solve'?

  • verb

What is the origin of the word 'solve'?

  • Middle English from Latin solvere

What are some synonyms of 'solve'?

  • find the answer to
  • resolve
  • unravel
  • decipher

What are some antonyms of 'solve'?

  • create
  • complicate
  • confuse

In what contexts can 'solve' be used?

  • math problems
  • mysteries
  • riddles
  • puzzles
  • equations

How do you pronounce 'solve'?

  • /sɒlv/ or /sɑːlv/

Can 'solve' be used intransitively?

  • No, it requires a direct object

Can 'solve' be used transitively?

  • Yes, it requires a direct object