How do we pronounce wise?
What is meaning of wise?
(Entry 1 of 7) 1a : characterized by wisdom : marked by deep understanding, keen discernment, and a capacity for sound judgment. b : exercising or showing sound judgment : prudent a wise investor. 2a : evidencing or hinting at the possession of inside information : knowing.
Why is the L silent in Almond?
A: The “l” in “almond” was silent until very recently. Interestingly, the “l” didn’t appear in the first syllable of amandola, the medieval Latin word from which “almond” was derived, or in the earlier Latin amygdala, or in the still earlier Greek amygdale.