The word "laven" is spelled with the letters L-A-V-E-N. It is pronounced /ˈleɪvən/, with the first syllable sounding like "lay" followed by "vun". The word can be used as a verb meaning to wash or soothe with water, similar to the word "launder". Some people may confuse the spelling of "laven" with the word "liven", which means to make something more lively or exciting. However, these words have different meanings and cannot be used interchangeably.