How to pronounce "welfare"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "welfare"

Learn how to break down "welfare" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

wel-fare
2 syllables

Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:

/ˈwɛlˌfɛə/
/ˈwɛlˌfɛɚ/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries

IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

W EH1 L F EH2 R
Standard phonetic transcription to help with precise pronunciation

Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

Spelling Benefits:

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Definition of "welfare"

Pronunciation: /ˈwɛlˌfɛə/

Noun

  • Health, safety, happiness and prosperity; well-being in any respect.
  • Various forms of financial aid provided by the government to those who are in need of it (abbreviated form of welfare assistance).
    Synonyms: income support, public assistance, social security
  • Such payment.

Verb

  • To provide with welfare or aid.
    Example: "welfaring the poor"

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