How to Pronounce Buccaneering

To pronounce "buccaneering", say BUCC-an-eer-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

BUCC-an-eer-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “buccaneering”

"buccaneering" has 4 syllables: bucc-an-eer-ing.

What does buccaneering mean?

verb

  1. To engage in piracy against any but one's own nation's ships.

noun

  1. Robbery on the high seas; piracy

adjective

  1. Bold, reckless and unscrupulous

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "buccaneering"?▾

"Buccaneering" has 4 syllables: bucc · an · eer · ing.

What does "buccaneering" mean?▾

Buccaneering: To engage in piracy against any but one's own nation's ships.

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