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wallet

Definition:

(nou) a pocket-size case for holding papers and paper money

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈwɒlɪt

Examples:

The elastic wallet band is a variation of the rubber band wallet.

He places the card in his wallet.

The wallet and passport arrived on the following day.

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purse

bag

lose

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Common mistakes of wallet pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "wa-LET" /wɑːˈlɛt/ instead of the correct "WAL-let" /ˈwɑːlɪt/. Tip: Remember that the first syllable carries the primary stress.
Vowel confusion: A common mistake is pronouncing the "a" in "wallet" as /æ/ instead of /ɑː/. This leads to a pronunciation like "wal-et" /ˈwælɪt/. Tip: Practice saying "wall" /wɔːl/ to get the right vowel sound.
Overemphasizing the "t": Some people pronounce the final "t" too strongly, sounding like "wal-let" /ˈwɑːlɛt/. The "t" should be softer, almost blending into the preceding sound. Tip: Try saying "wallet" quickly to soften the "t."
Omitting the "w": A frequent error is dropping the "w," leading to a pronunciation like "allet" /ˈælɪt/. This changes the word entirely and can confuse listeners. Tip: Focus on starting with the "w" sound to ensure clarity.
Incorrect vowel length: Learners may shorten the "a" sound, pronouncing it as "walit" /ˈwælɪt/. This can make the word sound unrecognizable. Tip: Lengthen the "a" sound, as in "all" /ɔːl/, to maintain the correct pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "wallet" in American English?

In American English, "wallet" is pronounced as /ˈwɑːlɪt/. The stress is on the first syllable, which sounds like "wal," and the second syllable has a short "it" sound.

What is the British pronunciation of "wallet"?

In British English, "wallet" is pronounced as /ˈwɒlɪt/. Similar to American English, the stress is on the first syllable, but the vowel sound in the first syllable is more like "woll."

Does "wallet" have a schwa sound?

Yes, in "wallet," the second syllable contains a schwa sound, represented as /ɪ/. This means the "let" part is pronounced quickly and lightly, making it sound like "lit."

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "wallet"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, pronouncing it as /wəˈlɛt/ instead of /ˈwɑːlɪt/. It's important to emphasize the first syllable to sound natural.