Yves is a proper noun, typically a male given name of French origin. It is pronounced as a single, contracted vowel sound with a silent final consonant in many English contexts, often realized as a high-front rounded vowel followed by a soft, nearly inaudible consonant, producing an elegant, compact pronunciation that can be tricky for non-native speakers. The name carries a refined, Francophone association and is used primarily as a personal name in English-speaking regions.
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