Jolivet is a French surname, pronounced as "zho-lee-vay" in IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet). The "j" is pronounced as "zh", creating a soft "j" sound. The second syllable contains the letter "e" which isn't pronounced, making it a silent letter. The word ends with the letters "e-t" which is pronounced as "ay", with the emphasis on the last syllable. Knowing the accurate pronunciation and spelling of words is crucial for effective communication and avoids misunderstandings.