How to pronounce bursiform
Say it like BUR-sih-form. Bursiform has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUR).
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- BUR
- sih
- form
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bursiform 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.
- sihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- formKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of bursiform
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BUH-sih-fawm.
What does bursiform mean?
- Shaped like a purse or bag.
Where does bursiform come from?
From New Latin bursiformis, from Latin bursa (“purse”).
Questions about saying bursiform
How do you pronounce bursiform?
Say BUR-sih-form. The American pronunciation is /ˈbɝsɪfɔrm/. In British English it is /ˈbəsɪfɔːm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bursiform?
Bursiform has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUR). Broken into parts: BUR · sih · form.
Is bursiform 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 /ˈbəsɪfɔːm/ (BUH-sih-fawm).