To pronounce "bossy", say BOSSY — one syllable, IPA /ˈbɑsi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈbɑsi/
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"bossy" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with saucy and posse, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: bossie — easy to mix up when writing.
adjective
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"Bossy" has one syllable.
The IPA transcription of "bossy" is /ˈbɑsi/.
Bossy: Tending to give orders to others, especially when unwarranted; domineering.
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