phrase

🇺🇸 /freɪz/ 🇬🇧 /freɪz/
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noun
A1

A group of words that together have a special meaning.

This common phrase means 'be careful'.

A1

A small group of words that form part of a sentence.

The phrase 'green car' describes the color of the vehicle.

R

A short group of musical notes that sound good together.

The musical phrase repeated throughout the song.

verb
R

To say or write something using specific words.

She phrased her request politely.

R

To play or sing music with feeling by grouping notes together.

The musician phrased the melody beautifully.

translation

n. A group of words that together have a special meaning.; A small group of words that form part of a sentence.; A short group of musical notes that sound good together.
v. To say or write something using specific words.; To play or sing music with feeling by grouping notes together.

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