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belly

Pronunciation: [ˈbɛli]

Word

Learn how to use belly in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “body part”

(noun) the front part of your body below your chest where your stomach is. People sometimes call this part the 'belly'. It’s where food goes when you eat.

Example

She has a big belly because she is pregnant.

Example

He doesn't have a belly; he is very fit.

Example

Do you feel anything in your belly after eating?

Context: “emotion”

(noun) a feeling that comes from deep inside you, often about fear or excitement. For example, when you're nervous, you might feel a flutter in your belly.

Example

She felt a warm belly of excitement before her birthday party.

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He didn't feel any belly feelings when he went on stage; he was calm.

Example

Do you ever get a funny belly feeling when you try new things?

Context: “games”

(verb) to cause someone to fall down onto their stomach, usually in a playful way. Like when you imagine making a pillow fight a little more fun!

Example

They belly-fought in the living room and had a good time.

Example

The animals didn’t belly when they played; they were very careful.

Example

Did you ever belly with your friends when you were younger?

Context: “food”

(noun) the lower part of a fish or animal, often considered as a delicacy or special dish. Some people really enjoy eating the belly of fish because it has a unique taste.

Example

We ordered a delicious belly of tuna for dinner.

Example

He doesn't like eating belly; he prefers fish fillets.

Example

Have you ever tried the belly of a fish?

How to pronounce belly

Pronunciation: [ˈbɛli]

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