B1nouninformalhealth
US/ˈtʌm.i/
UK/ˈtʌm.i/
stomach; a word used with children or in a friendly way
In context
Mum, my tummy hurts, I think I ate too much ice cream.
I've had an upset tummy since that street food last night.
The baby loves lying on his tummy and kicking his legs.
Words that go with tummy
adjective + noun
- upset tummyGinger tea is good for an upset tummy.
- full tummyNobody can study well with a full tummy.
noun + noun
- tummy acheShe stayed home from school with a tummy ache.
verb + noun
- rub your tummyIf it hurts, rub your tummy gently and drink some warm water.
noun + preposition
- on his tummyPut the baby on his tummy for a few minutes a day.