Baby: how to say it, spell it and use it
baby
/ˈbeɪbi/
Short answer
The English word baby is pronounced /ˈbeɪbi/. It is spelled B-A-B-Y and has 4 letters. With a or an: a baby. The plural is babies.
Example sentence
The baby is sleeping.
Plural: babies (y changes to ie).
Key facts
- English
- baby
- Pronunciation
- /ˈbeɪbi/
- With a or an
- a baby
- Plural
- babies
- Spelling
- B-A-B-Y
- Number of letters
- 4
- Word list
- Family Words in English for Kids: Members and Plurals
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How do you pronounce baby?
Baby is pronounced /ˈbeɪbi/. Press the listen button on this page to hear it.
How do you spell baby?
Baby is spelled B-A-B-Y. It has 4 letters.
What is the plural of baby?
The plural of baby is babies.
Do you say a or an before baby?
Say a baby.
How do you use baby in a sentence?
For example: The baby is sleeping.
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