[Grammar] Envelop vs. Envelope

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In today’s grammar, let’s look at the difference between “envelop” and “envelope”.

Source: Cambridge Dictionary; Writing Explained; Grammar Monster
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1. Envelop [ɪnˈvel.əp]

“Envelop” is a verb meaning ‘to cover or surround something completely’

i.e. The entire area was enveloped in fog.

i.e. The graveyard looked ghostly, enveloped in mist.

i.e. Silence will usually envelop a theater when the house lights go down.

2. Envelope [ˈen.və.ləʊp]

“Envelope” is a noun meaning ‘a flat, usually square or rectangular, paper container for a letter’

i.e. Do you recognize the writing on the envelope?

i.e. I folded the letter in half and put it in an envelope.

i.e. Don’t forget to put a stamp on the envelope.

More about “Envelop” and “Envelope”

Envelop and Envelope have different functions within the sentence, despite their similar spellings. Envelop is a verb, whereas Envelope is a noun.

If, like most of us, you have trouble remembering envelope vs. envelop, remember that envelop rhymes with develop, another verb that does not end in E and has a stressed second syllable.

The second way is to use a children’s joke to help remind You:

Q: What word starts with “e,” ends in “e,” but only has one letter in it?

A: Envelope.

Have you already known the similarities and differences between “Envelop” and “Envelope”? Don’t worry, we prepare a quiz for you👇it is time to show yourself!

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