puberty
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
The stage of life during which a young person's body develops and becomes capable of reproduction.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Voices often deepen and bodies grow rapidly during _____."
Answer: puberty
In your own words, what does "puberty" mean?
The stage of life during which a young person's body develops and becomes capable of reproduction.
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