How to Pronounce Bisque

To pronounce "bisque", say BISQ-ue — 2 syllables, IPA /bɪsk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/bɪsk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bisque”

"bisque" has 2 syllables: bisq-ue. It rhymes with brisk and frisk, if that helps it stick.

What does bisque mean?

noun

  1. A thick creamy soup made from fish, shellfish, meat or vegetables.

    “lobster bisque”

  2. A pale pinkish brown colour.

adjective

  1. Of a pale pinkish brown colour.

Words that rhyme with bisque

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

briskfriskwhiskdiscdiskfiskvideodiskfisc

Related words

crackercannolibiscuitcookietwinkielobsterbirdiewick

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bisque"?▾

"Bisque" has 2 syllables: bisq · ue.

What is the IPA transcription of "bisque"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bisque" is /bɪsk/.

What does "bisque" mean?▾

Bisque: A thick creamy soup made from fish, shellfish, meat or vegetables.

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