How to pronounce burdon
Say it like BUR-dun. Burdon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUR).
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- BUR
- dun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Burdon pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- dunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of burdon
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BUR-dun.
What does burdon mean?
- A pilgrim's staff.
- Alternative form of bourdon (“pilgrim's staff”).
Where does burdon come from?
From Latin burdonem.
Words that rhyme with burdon
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Words that sound like burdon
Questions about saying burdon
How do you pronounce burdon?
Say BUR-dun. The American pronunciation is /ˈbɝdən/. In British English it is /ˈbɜːdən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in burdon?
Burdon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUR). Broken into parts: BUR · dun.
Is burdon 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 /ˈbɜːdən/ (BUR-dun).
What words sound the same as burdon?
Burdon sounds the same as burden in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.