Well, I was taught to say “en-ve-lope” at school, but when I went to America for a short visit, I was told by the local people there that I was supposed to say “un-ve-lope” instead of “en-ve-lope”. Hmmm, I wonder which one is correct? Or maybe both are right, just different dialect?
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The two pronunciations are used equally often, and both are fully acceptable, CG.
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Hi Cooliegirly,
You may well find that the supporters of un-ve-lope are keen for you to know that they know the word comes from the French. Either way it is not a question really of what you are supposed to say. You make your choice and stick to it! I confess I’m a supporter of en-ve-lope.
Incidentally I do like your nickname.
Alan