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How to pronounce wonder
Say it like this: /ˈwɐndə/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does wonder mean?
nounA sense of awe, astonishment and curiosity, inspired by unexpected events, novel experiences and inexplicable circumstances, sometimes accompanied by surprise, shock or reverence.
“All wonder is the effect of novelty upon ignorance.”
Something that causes amazement or awe; a marvel.
“Wonders of the World seem to come in sevens.”
Fortunate circumstances.
“It's a wonder no-one saw me.”
verbTo be affected with surprise or admiration; to be struck with astonishment; to be amazed; to marvel; often followed by at.
“He's married by now, I shouldn't wonder.”
To ponder; to feel doubt and curiosity; to query in the mind.
“Has Jay gone fishing, I wonder?”
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