English Word · Intermediate
clove
segment of a garlic bulb
Pronunciation: /kləʊv/
Meaning
One of the small separate sections that make up a garlic bulb.
Example
She added a clove of garlic to the sauce.
She added a clove of garlic to the sauce.
Practice tips
- Practice clove out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.