English Word · Intermediate
boo-boo
A mistake or error
Pronunciation: /ˈbu(ˌ)bu/
Meaning
A mistake or error.
Example
Oh, gosh, golly, I made a boo-boo, and I gave it to Stephen Hawking!
Oh, gosh, golly, I made a boo-boo, and I gave it to Stephen Hawking!
Practice tips
- Practice boo-boo out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.