How to pronounce boeuf
Say it like BURF. Boeuf is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- BURF
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Boeuf pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BURFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of boeuf
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BURF.
What does boeuf mean?
- A bovine.
Where does boeuf come from?
Borrowed from French bœuf (“ox”).
Words that rhyme with boeuf
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Questions about saying boeuf
How do you pronounce boeuf?
Say BURF. The American pronunciation is /bɝf/. In British English it is /bɜːf/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in boeuf?
Boeuf is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: BURF.
Is boeuf 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 /bɜːf/ (BURF).