English Explanatory Dictionary

have butterflies in one's stomach

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To experience a certain “fluttery” physical sensation in one's stomach, associated with nervousness, uncertainty, anxiety, apprehension, or excitement.

Pronunciation

en-au-have butterflies in one's stomach.ogg

Word forms

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