How to Pronounce Bc

To pronounce "bc", say BC — one syllable, IPA /biːˈsiː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/biːˈsiː/

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What does bc mean?

adverb

  1. Initialism of Before Christ.

noun

  1. Basso continuo
  2. (law enforcement) bodycam

conjunction

  1. By or for the cause that; on this account that; for the reason that.

    “I hid myself because I was afraid.”

  2. As is known, inferred, or determined from the fact that.

    “I don't think he is a nice person, because he yells at people for no reason.”

Synonyms

BCEasforfor sakefor thatforthyforwhyinasmuch assince

Antonyms

A.D.ADAnno DominiCEChristian EraCommon Era

Related words

csojccepmacbscmcfepmccsince

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bc"?▾

"Bc" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "bc"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bc" is /biːˈsiː/.

What does "bc" mean?▾

Bc: Initialism of Before Christ.

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