How to pronounce busser
Say it like BUHS-er. Busser has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUHS).
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- BUHS
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Busser pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BUHSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of busser
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BUHS-uh.
What does busser mean?
- An assistant waiter; one who busses.
Where does busser come from?
From bus (verb), a back-formation from busboy, + -er.
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Words that rhyme with busser
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Questions about saying busser
How do you pronounce busser?
Say BUHS-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈbʌsɚ/. In British English it is /ˈbʌsə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in busser?
Busser has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUHS). Broken into parts: BUHS · er.
Is busser 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 /ˈbʌsə/ (BUHS-uh).