How to pronounce ibu
Say it like EYE-byoo. Ibu has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE).
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- EYE
- byoo
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ibu pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EYESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- byooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of ibu
American and British speakers say ibu in essentially the same way: /ˈaɪbju/ in the US and /ˈaɪbjuː/ in the UK.
British respelling: EYE-byoo.
What does ibu mean?
- ibuprofen
Where does ibu come from?
Clipping of ibuprofen.
Questions about saying ibu
How do you pronounce ibu?
Say EYE-byoo. The American pronunciation is /ˈaɪbju/. In British English it is /ˈaɪbjuː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ibu?
Ibu has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE). Broken into parts: EYE · byoo.
Do Americans and Brits say ibu the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈaɪbju/ and the British form is /ˈaɪbjuː/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.