How to Pronounce Biscuit

To pronounce "biscuit", say BISC-uit — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɪskət/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈbɪskət/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/bˈɪskɪt/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “biscuit”

Break "biscuit" into 2 beats and lean on "BISC" — that's the stressed one.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "biscuit"?▾

To pronounce "biscuit", say BISC-uit — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɪskət/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "biscuit"?▾

"Biscuit" has 2 syllables: bisc · uit.

What is the IPA transcription of "biscuit"?▾

The IPA transcription of "biscuit" is /ˈbɪskət/.

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