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jelly

Pronunciation: [ˈdʒɛli]

Word

Learn how to use jelly in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

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?

How to pronounce jelly

Pronunciation: [ˈdʒɛli]

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