To pronounce "buffet", say buh-FAY — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbəfət/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈbəfət/
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Break "buffet" into 2 beats and lean on "BUFF" — that's the stressed one.
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To pronounce "buffet", say buh-FAY — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbəfət/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
"Buffet" has 2 syllables: buff · et.
The IPA transcription of "buffet" is /ˈbəfət/.
Buffet: A counter or sideboard from which food and drinks are served or may be bought.
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