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body

Definition:

(nou) the entire structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being) (nou) a group of persons associated by some common tie or occupation and regarded as an entity (nou) a natural object consisting of a dead animal or person (nou) an individual 3-dimensional object that has mass and that is distinguishable from other objects (nou) the body excluding the head and neck and limbs (nou) a collection of particulars considered as a system (nou) the property of holding together and retaining its shape (nou) the central message of a communication (nou) the main mass of a thing (nou) a resonating chamber in a musical instrument (as the body of a violin) (nou) the external structure of a vehicle

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈbɒdi

Examples:

The cells of the caterpillar transform into the cells of a butterfly's body.

Human body is not incombustible.

There are somatic cells in our body.

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Related Words:

adult

cell

human

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Common mistakes of body pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "body" as /ˈbɒdi/ (UK) instead of /ˈbɑːdi/ (US). This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Focus on the "o" sound being more like "ah" in US English.
Ignoring the "d" sound: A common mistake is to soften the "d" in "body," pronouncing it as /ˈbɔːdi/. This can make your speech unclear. Tip: Emphasize the "d" sound to maintain clarity.
Overemphasizing the final "y": Some people say "body" with an exaggerated "y" sound, making it sound like /ˈbɔːdiː/. This is not standard. Tip: Keep the final "y" soft and short, similar to "ee" in "see."
Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "body" with "buddy," pronouncing it as /ˈbʌdi/. This changes the meaning entirely. Tip: Remember that "body" has the "o" sound, while "buddy" has the "u" sound.
Neglecting stress patterns: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "body" as /bəˈdi/. This is incorrect. Tip: Always stress the first syllable, ensuring it sounds like /ˈbɑːdi/ (US) or /ˈbɒdi/ (UK).

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "body" in American English?

In American English, "body" is pronounced as /ˈbɑː.di/. The first syllable is stressed, and the "o" sounds like the "a" in "father."

What is the British pronunciation of "body"?

In British English, "body" is pronounced as /ˈbɒ.di/. The "o" in the first syllable sounds like the "o" in "hot," and the stress remains on the first syllable.

How many syllables are in the word "body"?

The word "body" has two syllables: "bod" and "y." It is pronounced as /ˈbɑː.di/ in American English and /ˈbɒ.di/ in British English.

What is a common mistake when pronouncing "body"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing the "o" sound, often saying it like "boh-dee" instead of the correct "baw-dee" or "bodd-ee." Remember to stress the first syllable and use the correct vowel sound for your accent.