Behaviour
9 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
The way in which someone acts or conducts themselves, particularly towards others. It encompasses actions, reactions, and conduct in response to various stimuli and situations.
“Understanding consumer behaviour is essential for developing effective marketing strategies.”
Pronunciation
IPA
[bɪˈheɪvjə]
Syllables
be·hav·iour
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Three instances of vowels and the valuable U; UK spelling with -IOUR
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14 points; valuable for using H (4pts) and V (4pts) together
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