How to Pronounce Buffet

To pronounce "buffet", say BUFF-et — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbəfət/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈbəfət/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “buffet”

Break "buffet" into 2 beats and lean on "BUFF" — that's the stressed one. It rhymes with convey and display, if that helps it stick.

What does buffet mean?

noun

  1. A counter or sideboard from which food and drinks are served or may be bought.
  2. Food laid out in this way, to which diners serve themselves.

Synonyms

buffet mealsmorgasbordcupboardsideboard

Words that rhyme with buffet

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

conveydisplaydismaysobriquetdisarrayallaygaydecayplayportraycachefray

Related words

sideboardbuffbattercountercafeteriamealcafe

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "buffet"?▾

"Buffet" has 2 syllables: buff · et.

What is the IPA transcription of "buffet"?▾

The IPA transcription of "buffet" is /ˈbəfət/.

What does "buffet" mean?▾

Buffet: A counter or sideboard from which food and drinks are served or may be bought.

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