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How to pronounce “bonsai

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Pronunciation guide for bonsai

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of bonsai with real speech in context.
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5 YouTube examples
Real speech example
How to Raise Successful Kids -- Without Over-Parentinglike little bonsai trees --
Definition summary
(countable) A tree or plant that has been miniaturized by planting it in a small pot, restricting its roots, and by careful pruning.

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How to pronounce bonsai

How to Raise Successful Kids -- Without Over-Parenting

like little bonsai trees --

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “bonsai

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • (countable) A tree or plant that has been miniaturized by planting it in a small pot, restricting its roots, and by careful pruning.
  • (uncountable) The art of planting and growing trees or plants in such a manner.
  • [Verb]
  • (transitive) To make into a bonsai by restricting the roots and pruning.
  • [Interjection]
  • Misspelling of banzai.

Practice Nearby Words

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Similar Sounds

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