How to Pronounce "novelty"
word
/ˈnɑvəɫti/
NAH-vuhl-tee
/nˈɒvəlti/
NOV-uhl-tee
Definition
Something new, original, or unusual; can also refer to a small item intended to amuse or be unique, often as a toy or gift.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈnɑvəɫti/
British English
/nˈɒvəlti/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NAH-vuhl-tee
UK
NOV-uhl-tee
Listen in Context
The novelty of the new game made everyone excited.
He bought a novelty mug shaped like a cat.
For children, snow is still a novelty.
The novelty wore off after a few days, and the toy just sat on the shelf.