Proper Pronunciation Guide
albeit
[ɔɫ bi
ət]
Tips:
- Pronounce the first syllable like the word “all.”
- Stress the second syllable, which is pronounced as the word “be.”
- Pronounce the letter “i” as the weak schwa vowel /ə/, and link the second and third syllables with the y-like consonant glide/j/.
Practice Sentences:
We did take a vacation, albeit a short one, to Europe. | |
They served us a very small dessert, albeit an extremely tasty one. |
Definition:
(conjunction) Although; despite being a certain way. Often used with a short interpolated idea that runs counter to the main thought.