How to Pronounce Bric-a-brac

To pronounce "bric-a-brac", say BRIC-abr-ac — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈbɹɪkəˌbɹæk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈbɹɪkəˌbɹæk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “bric-a-brac”

"bric-a-brac" has 3 syllables: bric-abr-ac.

What does bric-a-brac mean?

noun

  1. Small ornaments and other miscellaneous items of little value.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bric-a-brac"?▾

"Bric-a-brac" has 3 syllables: bric · abr · ac.

What is the IPA transcription of "bric-a-brac"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bric-a-brac" is /ˈbɹɪkəˌbɹæk/.

What does "bric-a-brac" mean?▾

Bric-a-brac: Small ornaments and other miscellaneous items of little value.

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