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How to pronounce:
vault
Definition:
(nou) a burial chamber (usually underground) (nou) a strongroom or compartment (often made of steel) for safekeeping of valuables (nou) an arched brick or stone ceiling or roof (nou) the act of jumping over an obstacle
Phonetic Transcription:
vɔːlt
Examples:
They deposited the diamonds in the vault of the Bank of California.
The fresco on the vault is lost.
The postage vault can store and keep track of money in the postage vault.
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Common mistakes of vault pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "vault" with a short "a" sound, like in "cat." The correct pronunciation uses a diphthong /ɔɪ/ in both US and UK: /vɔlt/. Tip: Focus on the "au" as a single sound, similar to "caught."
- Ignoring the "v" sound: Beginners might start "vault" with an "f" sound instead of "v." The correct initial sound is /v/. Tip: Practice by saying "van" to warm up your lips and vocal cords for the "v" sound.
- Overemphasizing the "l": Some speakers stress the "l" in "vault" too much, making it sound like /vɔlt/. In reality, it should be more subtle. Tip: Keep the "l" light and quick, almost blending it with the "t" sound.
- Skipping the final "t": It's common to drop the "t" sound at the end, leading to a pronunciation like /vɔːl/. The final "t" is important and should be clearly articulated. Tip: Practice saying "cat" and "hat" to reinforce the final "t" sound.
- Confusing with "vaulting": Some learners mix up "vault" with "vaulting," adding an extra syllable. "Vault" is a single-syllable word pronounced /vɔlt/. Tip: Break down the word into its parts, emphasizing that it has no extra syllables.