How to pronounce envelope
Say it like EN-vuh-lohp. Envelope has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EN).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈɛnvəˌloʊp/EN-vuh-lohp
UK British/ˈɛnvəˌləʊp/EN-vuh-lohp
- EN
- vuh
- lohp
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Envelope pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- vuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lohpGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of envelope
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: EN-vuh-lohp.
What does envelope mean?
noun
- A paper or cardboard wrapper used to enclose small, flat items, especially letters, for mailing.
- Something that envelops; a wrapping.
- A bag containing the lifting gas of a balloon or airship; fabric that encloses the gas-bags of an airship.
- To put (something) in an envelope.
Where does envelope come from?
From French enveloppe.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying envelope
How do you pronounce envelope?
Say EN-vuh-lohp. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛnvəˌloʊp/. In British English it is /ˈɛnvəˌləʊp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in envelope?
Envelope has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EN). Broken into parts: EN · vuh · lohp.
Is envelope pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈɛnvəˌləʊp/ (EN-vuh-lohp).