How to pronounce bistre
Say it like BIS-ter. Bistre has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BIS).
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- BIS
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bistre pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BISSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of bistre
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BIS-tuh.
What does bistre mean?
- A brown pigment made from soot, especially from beech wood.
- A mid-to-dark brown color resembling the pigment.
Where does bistre come from?
Borrowed from French bistre.
Words that rhyme with bistre
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of bistre.
Questions about saying bistre
How do you pronounce bistre?
Say BIS-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈbɪstɚ/. In British English it is /ˈbɪstə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bistre?
Bistre has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BIS). Broken into parts: BIS · ter.
Is bistre pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈbɪstə/ (BIS-tuh).