Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

baby step

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: 4.89 in modern English

Syllables
baby step
IPA
17
Scrabble Score
8
Letters
1
Syllables
7
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A small effort made towards the completion of a much larger task.

Example Sentences

Etymology

From the small, awkward movements of a young child learning to walk.

Inflected Forms

baby steps (plural)

Phrases

baby talk

Frequently Paired Words

baby talk

Questions

What does baby step mean?
A small effort made towards the completion of a much larger task.
Where does baby step come from?
From the small, awkward movements of a young child learning to walk.

How to pronounce baby step

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