How to Pronounce “covet”
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- American (US)
- /ˈkʌvɪt/
- British (UK)
- /ˈkʌvɪt/
What “covet” means
verb — To wish for with eagerness; to desire possession of, often enviously.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “covet” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈkʌvɪt/ 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "covet" mean?
covet (verb): To wish for with eagerness; to desire possession of, often enviously.
How do you pronounce "covet" in American vs British English?
Both accents use the same sequence of phonemes for "covet", /ˈkʌvɪt/, so the difference you hear is in how the vowels are coloured rather than in which sounds are used. Play both on this page to compare.
What is the IPA transcription of "covet"?
/ˈkʌvɪt/ in American English, /ˈkʌvɪt/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "covet"?
“covet” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈkʌvɪt/ 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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