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phrases

FRAY-ziz/ˈfɹeɪzɪz/

2 meanings of phrases

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  1. 1
    noun
    Plural of phrase. Use this form when talking about more than one phrase.

    She wrote down a few useful phrases before her trip.

    These short phrases are easy for kids to remember.

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  2. 2
    verb
    Third-person singular simple present of phrase. Use it with he, she, or it.

    She phrases her questions in a kind, gentle way.

    He always phrases things carefully so no one feels hurt.

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phrases is a form of phrase

phrase, noun: A small group of words used together to say or write something. Full entry

Forms
phrasephrases plural
Spelling
phrase → phrases: add -s
Sound
The ending sounds like /ɪz/, an extra syllable.

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