How to pronounce bosomy
Say it like BUUZ-uh-mee. Bosomy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUUZ).
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- BUUZ
- uh
- mee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bosomy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BUUZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- meeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of bosomy
American and British speakers say bosomy in essentially the same way: /ˈbʊzəmi/ in the US and /ˈbʊzəmi/ in the UK.
British respelling: BUUZ-uh-mee.
What does bosomy mean?
- Full of sheltered hollows or recesses.
- Having a large bosom.
Where does bosomy come from?
From bosom + -y.
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Questions about saying bosomy
How do you pronounce bosomy?
Say BUUZ-uh-mee. The American pronunciation is /ˈbʊzəmi/. In British English it is /ˈbʊzəmi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bosomy?
Bosomy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUUZ). Broken into parts: BUUZ · uh · mee.
Do Americans and Brits say bosomy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈbʊzəmi/ and the British form is /ˈbʊzəmi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.