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Shelley

Pronunciation: [ˈʃɛli]

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

Context: “personal name”

(noun) Shelley is a common first name or surname, often used for both boys and girls. It's a name that people might have, just like Sarah or Michael.

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Shelley is excited to go to the party this weekend.

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There is no one named Shelley in our class this year.

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Is Shelley coming to the school event?

Context: “literature”

(noun) Shelley can refer to Percy Bysshe Shelley, a famous English poet from the 19th century, known for his beautiful poems and ideas about nature and life.

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Percy Bysshe Shelley wrote many famous poems, like 'Ode to the West Wind.'

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Shelley's work isn't very well-known among young readers today.

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Who was Percy Bysshe Shelley and what did he write?

How to pronounce Shelley

Pronunciation: [ˈʃɛli]

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