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babies

Pronunciation: [ˈbeɪbiz]

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Learn how to use babies in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “development”

(noun) very young humans, usually from birth to around one year old. Babies are tiny and need a lot of care and love from adults.

Example

The babies were sleeping peacefully in their cribs.

Example

There are no babies in the park today; it's mostly older children playing.

Example

How many babies are in the nursery right now?

Context: “affection”

(noun) a term of endearment used for loved ones, often used playfully. You can call someone you care about 'baby' just like a nickname.

Example

He called his girlfriend 'baby' because he thinks she's special.

Example

She doesn't like being called 'baby' in front of her friends.

Example

Do you think it's cute when people use 'baby' as a nickname?

How to pronounce babies

Pronunciation: [ˈbeɪbiz]

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