Quiet

Quiet (Adjective)
Syllable division: qui·​et
How to pronounce: UK: /ˈkwaɪ.ət/ US: /ˈkwaɪ.ət/

British VS American Pronunciation of the word Quiet

#1 Meaning: Creating a tiny amount of noise.
Example:
> Keeping quiet while someone is on the phone is a form of respect.
> When everyone goes to bed at night, the house is quiet.

#2 Meaning: Having few people and minimal activity.
Example:
> They decided to retire in a quiet and peaceful little town.
> She decided to have a quiet birthday party with only a few friends.

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Purchase

Purchase (Verb)
Syllable division: pur·​chase
How to pronounce: UK: /ˈpɜː.tʃəs/ US: /ˈpɝː.tʃəs/

British VS American Pronunciation of the word Purchase

Meaning: The process of taking something and paying for it.
Example:
> She purchased a brand-new laptop yesterday.
> The purchase will be approved once proof of it has been received.

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Brother

Brother (Noun)
Syllable division: broth·​er
How to pronounce: UK: /ˈbrʌð.ər/ US: /ˈbrʌð.ɚ/

British VS American Pronunciation of the word Brother

#1 Meaning: A male or male child born to the same parents as another individual.
Example:
> I have two brothers, whom I love very much.
> My mom said that I will have to ask my brother if he can take me to the party.

#2 Meaning: A man who shares your interests, belongs to the same group as you, or thinks similarly to you.
Example:
> Even though we don't have the same parents, you are still my brother.
> Hey brother! How are you doing?

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Pencil

Pencil (Noun)
Syllable division: pen·​cil
How to pronounce: UK: /ˈpen.səl/ US: /ˈpen.səl/

British VS American Pronunciation of the word Pencil

#1 Meaning: A long, thin writing or sketching tool that is typically constructed of wood and has a point that is sharp and colored or black at one end.
Example:
> We need to buy a pack of pencils before the term starts.
> Please remember to bring a pencil to our next lesson.

#2 Meaning: Some makeup products' design.
Example:
> I need to buy a new lip pencil.
> Did you see the new eyeliner pencil?

#3 Meaning: A tiny light beam.
Example:
> There was a pencil of light that showed when she slightly opened the curtains to look outside.

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Notice

Notice (Noun/Verb)
Syllable division: no·​tice
How to pronounce: UK: /ˈnəʊ.tɪs/ US: /ˈnoʊ.t̬ɪs/

British VS American Pronunciation of the word Notice

Notice as a VERB
#1 Meaning: To observe something or someone or to become aware of them.
Example:
> I noticed that she stopped by your office on her way out.
> He noticed his brother's car in the garage when he came home.

#2 Meaning: To make someone famous, typically due to a unique talent, etc.
Example:
> She was only noticed when she participated in The Voice.
> He only got noticed by the coach when he scored his first goal.

Notice as a NOUN
#1 Meaning: Something. that provides guidance or directions.
Example:
> When we arrived after our trip, we saw the new "no parking" notice.

#2 Meaning: Information provided, or a warning issued regarding an upcoming event.
Example:
> The event has been postponed until further notice.

#3 Meaning: The amount of time you are required to work after announcing your intention to quit your employment or after being asked to quit.
Example:
> You have to work your notice period before starting at your new job.

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