How to pronounce "invite"

invite

Noun
American
/ˌɪnˈvaɪt/

Syllable Breakdown

in vite

How natives say invite

British
/ˌɪnˈvaɪt/

Syllable Breakdown

in vite

How natives say invite

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with a short 'in' sound, stressing the second syllable.

  • Move to 'vite' with an emphasis on the 'v' and long 'i' like in 'eye'.

  • End with a soft 't' sound.

Common Mistakes

  • in-wite (in-vite)

  • in-vit (in-vite)

  • in-vate (in-vite)

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with a short 'in' sound, stressing the second syllable.

  • Move to 'vite' with an emphasis on the 'v' and long 'i' like in 'eye'.

  • End with a soft 't' sound.

common mistakes

  • in-wite (in-vite)

  • in-vit (in-vite)

  • in-vate (in-vite)

FAQ

Why is the second syllable stressed?

The stress falls on the second syllable 'vite' in both American and British English.

Is the 't' sound always soft?

Yes, the 't' is softer, especially in American English where it might sound almost like a 'd'.

How to avoid confusing with similar words?

Focus on the 'vite' part; pronounce clearly with stress there.

Definition

invite

A request to attend or join an event.

Word Family

invitation

/ˌɪnvɪˈteɪʃən/

noun

A request for someone to go somewhere or do something.

Example: She sent an invitation for her wedding.

invitee

/ˌɪnvaɪˈtiː/

noun

A person who is invited.

Example: Each invitee received a gift.

inviting

/ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/

adjective

Appealing or attractive.

Example: The dinner looks very inviting.

Key Pronunciation Differences

Invitation has an extra syllable 'teɪʃən'.

Invitee emphasizes 'tiː' at the end.

Inviting has the '-ing' suffix with a different stress pattern.

Pro Tips

Emphasize the Vowel

Focus on the long 'i' sound, making it distinct from short 'i' sounds.

Stress the Right Syllable

Remember to stress the second syllable 'vite' for correct pronunciation.

Nearby Words

Test Your Pronunciation On Words That Have Sound Similarities With Invite

abroad

/əˈbrɔd/

accelerate

/əkˈsɛləˌreɪt/

accident

/ˈæksɪdənt/

accommodate

/əˈkɑːməˌdeɪt/

accompany

/əˈkʌmpəni/

accomplish

/əˈkɑːm.plɪʃ/

afford

/əˈfɔrd/

airline

/ˈɛrˌlaɪn/

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