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Difficulty: EasySilent Letters

Identify the word in which the letter 'p' is left unpronounced.

  1. A
    Empty
  2. ReceiptAnswer
  3. C
    Script
  4. D
    Sample

Answer

Receipt
In the word 'receipt' (/rɪˈsiːt/), the letter 'p' is silent and not articulated in standard English pronunciation.

Step-by-Step Solution

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Examine the phonetic breakdown of each option.
'Receipt' is transcribed phonetically as /rɪˈsiːt/.
The consonant letter 'p' is silent and not pronounced when speaking the word.

Key Concept

Silent Letters in English Pronunciation
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