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pottery

Pronunciation: [ˈpɒt.əri]

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

Context: “craft”

(noun) Pottery refers to items made out of clay that are shaped and baked. This can be bowls, pots, or other artistic items. People use pottery every day for cooking or decoration.

Example

She enjoys painting her pottery after taking a class on how to shape clay.

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He doesn't like pottery, so he prefers metal dishes instead.

Example

What kinds of pottery do you think would look nice in our kitchen?

Context: “art”

(noun) Pottery can also mean the art of making things from clay. This is a creative process where someone molds and fires clay to create beautiful objects.

Example

The pottery she created in class won first prize at the art fair.

Example

He had no interest in pottery, so he didn't attend the art workshop.

Example

Who teaches you about pottery at school?

How to pronounce pottery

Pronunciation: [ˈpɒt.əri]

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