Pronunciation: [bɹˈɛdi] (IPA) 
The word "bready" is spelled with a "ea" digraph, which represents the sound /ɛ/. The first syllable "bread" is pronounced as /brɛd/, with the stress on the first vowel sound. The suffix "-y" means "having the quality of", so "bready" means "having the quality of bread". It is commonly used to describe baked goods that have a bread-like texture or taste. Remember to use "ea" for the /ɛ/ sound when spelling words like "bready" and "steady".
Bready is an adjective that describes something, usually food, which possesses qualities reminiscent of bread or having the characteristic texture, taste, or appearance of bread. The term "bready" is a derivative form of the noun "bread" and is often used to describe baked goods, particularly bread, rolls, or other similar pastries.
When applied to food, "bready" suggests a substantiated, somewhat firm texture that is slightly porous yet not overly crumbly. It often denotes a dough-like consistency that is capable of holding its shape well after baking. Additionally, "bready" can refer to the flavor of certain food items, highlighting a hint of yeast, wheat, or grain-like taste, typically associated with the delectable aroma and savory characteristic of bread.
Beyond food, "bready" can be used metaphorically to describe other things that possess qualities comparable to bread, such as the appearance, texture, or even the smell of an object or material.
Overall, "bready" signifies the presence of traits reminiscent of bread, be it in terms of texture, taste, appearance, or other sensory attributes. The term aids in understanding and conveying the essence of bread-like qualities in various contexts, from culinary descriptions to metaphorical comparisons.
The word "bready" is derived from the noun "bread". "Bread" originates from the Old English word "bred" or "brēad", which is thought to be derived from the Proto-Germanic word "brautha" or "braudą". This Proto-Germanic term may trace its roots to the Proto-Indo-European word "bhreu-" meaning "to cook, boil, bake". Over time, "bread" evolved to become an adjective by adding the suffix "-y", forming "bready". As an adjective, "bready" describes something that has the characteristics or qualities of bread, such as being doughy, having a bread-like texture, or tasting like bread.
