For curious minds ages 3–12

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Playground

/ˈpleɪɡraʊnd/

2 syllables — bold is the stressed beat

Playground

noun

Meaning: The fun place with swings and slides.

Full meaning: An outdoor area with equipment for children to play on.

Phonics sounds: p-l-ay-g-r-ou-n-d — blend them together!

Example: “The playground near my block has a long slide.”

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Category: places · Frequency rank: 30 (smaller = more common)