How to pronounce burglarproof
Say it like BUR-gler-proof. Burglarproof has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUR).
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- BUR
- gler
- proof
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Burglarproof 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.
- glerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- proofGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of burglarproof
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BUR-gluh-proof.
What does burglarproof mean?
- as secure as possible against burglary
Where does burglarproof come from?
From burglar + -proof.
Questions about saying burglarproof
How do you pronounce burglarproof?
Say BUR-gler-proof. The American pronunciation is /ˈbɝɡlɚˌpruf/. In British English it is /ˈbɜːɡləˌpruːf/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in burglarproof?
Burglarproof has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUR). Broken into parts: BUR · gler · proof.
Is burglarproof 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 /ˈbɜːɡləˌpruːf/ (BUR-gluh-proof).