How to pronounce burb
Say it like BURB. Burb is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- BURB
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Burb pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BURBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of burb
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BURB.
What does burb mean?
- A suburb.
Where does burb come from?
Clipping of suburb.
Words that rhyme with burb
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of burb.
Questions about saying burb
How do you pronounce burb?
Say BURB. The American pronunciation is /bɝb/. In British English it is /bɜːb/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in burb?
Burb is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: BURB.
Is burb 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 /bɜːb/ (BURB).