How to pronounce Burton
Say it like BUR-tun. Burton has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUR).
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- BUR
- tun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Burton 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.
- tunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of Burton
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: BUR-tun.
What does Burton mean?
- A settlement in the West Kootenay region of British Columbia.
- A settlement in western Prince Edward Island.
Where does Burton come from?
Usually from Old English burhtun (fortified farmstead, farmstead near or belonging to a stronghold or manor), from burh + tun.
Words that rhyme with Burton
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Burton.
Questions about saying Burton
How do you pronounce Burton?
Say BUR-tun. The American pronunciation is /ˈbɝtən/. In British English it is /ˈbɜːtən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Burton?
Burton has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUR). Broken into parts: BUR · tun.
Is Burton 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 /ˈbɜːtən/ (BUR-tun).