How to Pronounce "dovetail"
word
ˈdəvˌteɪɫ
DUHV-tail
dˈʌvteɪl
DUV-tail
Definition
To fit or work together smoothly and perfectly, like how interlocking joints connect two pieces of wood. It can refer to ideas, plans, or physical materials joining exactly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdəvˌteɪɫ
British English
dˈʌvteɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DUHV-tail
UK
DUV-tail
Listen in Context
The pieces of wood dovetail perfectly.
Our plans dovetail with theirs.
Her ideas dovetail nicely with the project.
Let’s try to dovetail our schedules so we can meet up.