How to pronounce biz
Say it like BIZ. Biz is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- BIZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Biz pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BIZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of biz
American and British speakers say biz in essentially the same way: /bɪz/ in the US and /bɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: BIZ.
What does biz mean?
- Business, especially showbusiness.
Where does biz come from?
Clipping of business.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with biz
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Questions about saying biz
How do you pronounce biz?
Say BIZ. The American pronunciation is /bɪz/. In British English it is /bɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in biz?
Biz is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: BIZ.
Do Americans and Brits say biz the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /bɪz/ and the British form is /bɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.