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envelope
Definition:
(nou) a flat (usually rectangular) container for a letter, thin package, etc. (nou) any wrapper or covering (nou) a curve that is tangent to each of a family of curves (nou) a natural covering (as by a fluid) (nou) the maximum operating capability of a system (especially an aircraft) (nou) the bag containing the gas in a balloon
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈenvələʊp
Examples:
This forces the sealing tip to the top of the envelope.
The reeds are hermetically sealed in opposite ends of a tubular glass envelope.
She enclosed the envelope.
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Common mistakes of envelope pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "en-ˈvel-əp" instead of the correct "ˈen-və-loʊp" (US) or "ˈen-və-ləʊp" (UK). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The "o" in "envelope" is often mispronounced as "o" in "hot" instead of the correct "oʊ" (US) or "əʊ" (UK). Tip: Practice saying the "o" as in "go" for accuracy.
- Omitting syllables: Some people say "en-vel" instead of "en-ˈvel-əp". This omission can lead to confusion. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all three syllables clearly.
- Confusing the "v" and "w" sounds: Some may pronounce "envelope" starting with a "w" sound, saying "wen-velope". Tip: Focus on the "v" sound, as in "very", to avoid this mistake.
- Mispronouncing the ending: The last syllable is often pronounced as "p" instead of "əp". Some say "en-ˈvel-p" instead of "en-ˈvel-əp". Tip: Make sure to include the schwa sound in the final syllable for clarity.