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How to pronounce word
Say it like this: /wɜɹd/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does word mean?
nounThe smallest unit of language that has a particular meaning and can be expressed by itself; the smallest discrete, meaningful unit of language. (contrast morpheme.)
The smallest discrete unit of spoken language with a particular meaning, composed of one or more phonemes and one or more morphemes.
The smallest discrete unit of written language with a particular meaning, composed of one or more letters or symbols and one or more morphemes.
“Polonius: What do you read, my lord? Hamlet: Words, words, words.”
verbTo say or write (something) using particular words; to phrase (something).
“strongly worded letter”
To flatter with words, to cajole.
“He words me, girls, he words me, that I should not / be noble to myself.”
To ply or overpower with words.
intjTruth, indeed, that is the truth! The shortened form of the statement "My word is my bond."
“"Yo, that movie was epic!" / "Word?" ("You speak the truth?") / "Word." ("I speak the truth.")”
An abbreviated form of word up; a statement of the acknowledgment of fact with a hint of nonchalant approval.
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