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paperbacks

Pronunciation: [ˈpeɪpərˌbæks]

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Learn how to use paperbacks in a sentence: 3 audio examples across 1 meaning.

Context: “books”

(noun) a type of book that has a soft cover instead of a hard one. These books are usually lighter and cheaper, making them easy to carry around. People often buy paperbacks because they are convenient for reading on the go.

Example

She picked up three paperbacks from the bookstore to read on her vacation.

Example

He prefers hardcovers and never buys paperbacks because he thinks they wear out too fast.

Example

Did you see the new paperbacks that just came out this month?

How to pronounce paperbacks

Pronunciation: [ˈpeɪpərˌbæks]

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