envelope
word
/ˈɛnvəˌɫoʊp/
EN-vuh-lohp
/ˈɛnvəˌləʊp/
EN-vuh-lohp
Definition
A paper container used to hold and mail a letter, card, or documents. It is usually flat and has a fold-over flap that closes it.
Usage & Nuances
Most commonly refers to a mailing 'envelope'. Common collocations are 'put something in an envelope', 'seal an envelope', and 'address an envelope'. Don't confuse it with the less common technical meaning in music or engineering.
Spanish: sobrePortuguese (BR): envelopePortuguese (PT): envelopeChinese (Simplified): 信封Chinese (Traditional): 信封Hindi: लिफाफाArabic: مظروفBengali: খামRussian: конвертJapanese: 封筒Vietnamese: phong bìKorean: 봉투Turkish: zarfUrdu: لفافہIndonesian: amplop
Example Sentences
She put the photo in an envelope.
basic
Please write my name on the envelope.
basic
The money is inside the envelope.
basic
I found an old birthday card in the envelope with the bills.
natural
There was no return address on the envelope, so I had no idea who sent it.
natural
Can you seal this envelope for me? I forgot to bring tape.
natural