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How to pronounce:
letter
Definition:
(nou) a written message addressed to a person or organization (nou) the conventional characters of the alphabet used to represent speech (nou) owner who lets another person use something (housing usually) for hire (nou) a strictly literal interpretation (as distinct from the intention) (nou) an award earned by participation in a school sport
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈletə
Examples:
For example, send me a letter so we can communicate directly.
It may be that it's the handwriting and that is the letter.
The authenticity of the letter is disputed.
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Common mistakes of letter pronunciation
- Confusing "letter" with "later": Some learners pronounce "letter" as "later" (/ˈleɪtər/ in US, /ˈleɪtə/ in UK), mixing up the vowel sounds. Tip: Pay attention to the short "e" sound in "letter" (/ˈlɛtər/ in US, /ˈlɛtə/ in UK).
- Misplacing stress: A common mistake is stressing the second syllable, saying "let-TER" instead of "LET-ter." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable in "letter" (/ˈlɛtər/).
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some learners pronounce the "t" too strongly, making it sound like "let-ter" with a distinct pause. Tip: Use a softer "t" sound; it should blend smoothly with the preceding vowel.
- Ignoring the schwa: In "letter," some forget the schwa sound in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "let-er." Tip: Recognize the schwa (/ər/) in unstressed syllables to improve pronunciation.
- Mixing up vowel sounds: Learners might confuse the vowel sounds in "letter" with similar words like "latter" (/ˈlætər/ in US, /ˈlætə/ in UK). Tip: Practice distinguishing the "e" in "letter" from the "a" in "latter."