How to Pronounce “caveat”

American (US)

/ˈkæviæt/

British (UK)

/ˈkævɪæt/

noun — A warning or qualification attached to a statement.

Example: She accepted, with one caveat about the deadline.

Synonyms: proviso, warning

Where the stress falls. “caveat” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˈkæviæt/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

What does "caveat" mean?

caveat (noun): A warning or qualification attached to a statement. For example — She accepted, with one caveat about the deadline.

How do you pronounce "caveat" in American vs British English?

American English: /ˈkæviæt/. British English: /ˈkævɪæt/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.

What is the IPA transcription of "caveat"?

/ˈkæviæt/ in American English, /ˈkævɪæt/ in British English.

Which syllable is stressed in "caveat"?

“caveat” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˈkæviæt/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

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