How to Pronounce Bijou

To pronounce "bijou", say BIJ-ou — 2 syllables, IPA /biˈʒuː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

5

Letters

/biˈʒuː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bijou”

"bijou" has 2 syllables: bij-ou.

What does bijou mean?

noun

  1. A jewel.
  2. A piece of jewelry; a trinket.

Related words

eleganttrinketjewelbadjooajouagajoupakokamajutti

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bijou"?▾

"Bijou" has 2 syllables: bij · ou.

What is the IPA transcription of "bijou"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bijou" is /biˈʒuː/.

What does "bijou" mean?▾

Bijou: A jewel.

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