How to pronounce kibosh
Say it like KY-bosh. Kibosh has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KY).
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US American/ˈkaɪˌbɑʃ/KY-bosh
UK British/ˈkaɪˌbɒʃ/KY-bosh
- KY
- bosh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kibosh pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- boshGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of kibosh
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KY-bosh.
What does kibosh mean?
noun
- Only used in put on the kibosh and put the kibosh on: something which checks or restrains.
- To decisively put a stop to or terminate (someone or something).
Where does kibosh come from?
The verb is derived from the noun.
Questions about saying kibosh
How do you pronounce kibosh?
Say KY-bosh. The American pronunciation is /ˈkaɪˌbɑʃ/. In British English it is /ˈkaɪˌbɒʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kibosh?
Kibosh has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KY). Broken into parts: KY · bosh.
Is kibosh pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈkaɪˌbɒʃ/ (KY-bosh).