How to pronounce welcome

Say it like this: /ˈwɛl.kəm/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ˈwɛl.kəm/
British

What does welcome mean?

adjWhose arrival is a cause of joy; received with gladness; admitted willingly to the house, entertainment, or company.

“a welcome visitor”

Producing gladness.

“a welcome turn of events; welcome news”

Followed by to: free to have or enjoy gratuitously.

“You are welcome to the use of my library.”

intjGreeting given upon someone's arrival.

“Welcome to the life of Electra Heart!”

nounThe act of greeting someone’s arrival, especially by saying "Welcome!"; reception.

The utterance of such a greeting.

Kind reception of a guest or newcomer.

“We entered the house and found a ready welcome.”

verbTo affirm or greet the arrival of someone, especially by saying "Welcome!".

“Finnley is the fourth daughter of Jason and Kylie Kelce, having already welcomed Wyatt, Elliotte and Bennett to the family.”

To accept something willingly or gladly.

“We welcome suggestions for improvement.”

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