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Well

/wel/

1 syllable

Well

adverb

Meaning: In a good way.

Full meaning: In a good or skilful way.

Phonics sounds: w-e-ll — blend them together!

Example: “She sings very well.”

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Category: adverbs · Frequency rank: 15 (smaller = more common)