English pronunciation · Words Starting with V
Vault Pronunciation
Vault is pronounced VAWLT, IPA /ˈvɔlt/.
VAWLT
US /ˈvɔlt/ · UK /ˈvɒlt/
Syllables: VAWLT (1 syllable)
noun and verb: A strong room for storing valuables, an arched ceiling, or to jump over something using the hands.
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Vault in a Sentence
- The documents are kept in a vault under the bank.
- He vaulted the barrier and ran.
- Stone vaults hold up the whole roof.
Common Mispronunciations of Vault
Not VOHLT
Vault and volt are separate words, and this one takes the aw of law rather than the long o of bolt.
Not VA-uhlt
The au works as a single vowel, which holds the word to one beat.
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