abc
noun
Simple meaning
The English alphabet.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
aybeeseeSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈeɪbisi
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) is a standard way of writing speech sounds.
Definition
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noun
uncountablecountableusually plural in canadaus
The English alphabet.
The elementary stages of any subject (usually plural)
The fundamentals of any subject.
poker
A straightforward, uniform playing style, often focusing on betting for value, folding weak hands, and avoiding bluffing.
often attributively
A country in South America. Official name: Argentine Republic. Capital: Buenos Aires.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- A2 · Elementary (estimated)
- Frequency
- Common
- Typical Use
- General English
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