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Word

booklet

Phoneticsbook·let, stress on the first syllable

US/ˈbʊkɫɪt/

UK/bˈʊklət/

Countable noun

Definition

n. a small book with a thin cover, often used for information, instructions, or songs.

n. a small, thin book or pamphlet, typically stapled or bound simply, containing informational, instructional, or promotional text.

Examples

“She handed out a small booklet at the meeting.”

“The museum provides a free booklet with maps and exhibit descriptions for every visitor.”

“The government published a concise booklet outlining the new tax reforms, aiming to simplify complex legislation for the general public.”

Examples

simple

“She handed out a small booklet at the meeting.”

contextual

“The museum provides a free booklet with maps and exhibit descriptions for every visitor.”

complex

“The government published a concise booklet outlining the new tax reforms, aiming to simplify complex legislation for the general public.”

Etymology

From book + -let.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Word family

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Exam level
CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
Frequency
Frequent
Level
B1 · Intermediate
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