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How to pronounce “puny”

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Pronunciation guide for puny

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of puny with real speech in context.
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6 YouTube examples
Real speech example
Is the world getting better or worse? A look at the numbersAnd our puny rational faculties have been multiplied
Definition summary
Of inferior significance, size, or strength; ineffective, small, weak. [from 16th c.]

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How to pronounce puny

Is the world getting better or worse? A look at the numbers

And our puny rational faculties have been multiplied

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “puny”

Meaning

  • [Adjective]
  • Of inferior significance, size, or strength; ineffective, small, weak. [from 16th c.]
  • (chiefly Southern US, south Midland US) (Frequently) ill; poorly, sickly. [from 18th c.]
  • (obsolete) Alternative spelling of puisne.
  • [Noun]
  • (archaic) An inferior person; a subordinate; also, an insignificant person. [from 16th c.]
  • (obsolete)

Practice Nearby Words

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Similar Sounds

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