American English pronunciation

How to pronounce 'body' in American English

Learn the American English pronunciation of "body" with simple phonetic spelling, IPA transcription, meaning, example sentences, and AI-powered pronunciation practice.

Pronunciation of "body"

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Simple pronunciation
bah-dee
IPA transcription
/ˈbɑ.ɾi/
Word frequency
291st

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What does "body" mean?

  1. 1.the whole physical structure of a person or animal
  2. 2.the main part of something like a car or a building, not including the head, limbs, or attachments

Examples of "body" in a sentence

  • Exercise is good for the body.
  • She covers her body with a blanket.
  • The body was found near the river.

How common is "body"?

Body is the 291st most common word in English.

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