To pronounce "barnburner", say BARNB-urn-er — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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BARNB-urn-er
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"barnburner" has 3 syllables: barnb-urn-er.
noun
"Barnburner" has 3 syllables: barnb · urn · er.
Barnburner: An extremely exciting or successful event or person.
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