jelly
Pronunciation: [ˈdʒɛli]
Word
Context: “food”
(noun) a sweet, thick, and sometimes shiny mixture made from fruit juice and sugar. It's spread on bread, used in desserts, or sometimes eaten by itself. Think of it like a tasty fruit sauce that wobbles when you move it.
Example
She spread strawberry jelly on her toast for breakfast.
Example
He didn’t like the jelly because it was too sweet for his taste.
Example
What flavor of jelly do you like the most?
Context: “substance”
(noun) a soft, semi-solid substance that is made from gelatin. This can be used for things like desserts, or can also be a part of many recipes. It's a bit jiggly and can be clear or colored.
Example
She made a delicious dessert using orange jelly.
Example
The jelly wouldn't set properly because the recipe was wrong.
Example
Have you ever tried to make jelly at home?
Context: “movement”
(verb) to become or make something jiggly or wobbly. Like when a jelly dessert moves on a plate or when you shake it gently.
Example
The kids watched the jelly jelly as it wobbled on the table.
Example
The jelly didn’t jelly at all because it was too stiff.
Example
Can you make the jelly jelly by shaking the bowl?
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