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welcome

Definition:

(nou) the state of being welcome (nou) a greeting or reception

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈwelkəm

Examples:

By the way welcome to the welcoming committee.

Thanks for the kind welcome to the welcoming comittee

Apologies for the bumpy welcome.

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Common mistakes of welcome pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly, saying "WEL-come" instead of "WEL-come" (ˈwɛlkəm in US, ˈwɛlkəm in UK). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper emphasis.
Omitting the vowel sound: A common mistake is dropping the schwa sound in the second syllable, leading to "welc" instead of "wel-cum" (ˈwɛlkəm). Tip: Remember to pronounce both syllables clearly.
Confusing "welcome" with "welcomed": Some may pronounce "welcome" as "welcomed" (ˈwɛlkəmd), adding an extra syllable. Tip: Keep it simple; "welcome" has only two syllables.
Incorrect vowel pronunciation: Learners might pronounce the "e" as a long vowel, saying "wee-lcome" instead of "wel-come" (ˈwɛlkəm). Tip: Use a short "e" sound to achieve the correct pronunciation.
Mixing up the initial consonant: Some may say "velcome" instead of "welcome" (ˈwɛlkəm). Tip: Ensure you start with the correct "w" sound to avoid confusion.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "welcome" in American English?

In American English, "welcome" is pronounced as /ˈwɛlkəm/. The stress is on the first syllable, which sounds like "wel," followed by a schwa sound in the second syllable.

What is the British pronunciation of "welcome"?

In British English, "welcome" is also pronounced as /ˈwɛlkəm/. The pronunciation is similar to the American version, with the same stress pattern and vowel sounds.

Does "welcome" have any silent letters?

No, "welcome" does not have any silent letters. Each letter is pronounced, and the "w" at the beginning is voiced.

How many syllables are in the word "welcome"?

The word "welcome" has two syllables: "wel" and "come." The first syllable is stressed, making it slightly louder and longer than the second syllable.