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How to pronounce wellness

nounB2
WEHLnuhs

/ˈwɛl.nəs/

2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

the state of being healthy and feeling well, especially in your body and mind

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Meanings & examples

noun

the state of being healthy and feeling well, especially in your body and mind

Regular exercise can improve your wellness.

Sleep is important for mental wellness.

Common phrases & grammar

physical wellness · mental wellness · overall wellness · promote wellness

physical/mental/emotional + wellness

promote/support + someone's wellness

noun

activities and services designed to help people improve their health and feel better

The company offers a wellness program.

She joined a wellness center near her home.

Common phrases & grammar

wellness program · wellness center · wellness industry

a wellness + noun

wellness + noun

Useful expressions

wellness program

a planned set of activities to help people improve their health

My company offers a wellness program.

wellness center

a place that offers services for health, exercise, or relaxation

There is a new wellness center downtown.

wellness industry

businesses that sell products and services related to health and feeling well

The wellness industry has grown quickly.

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