How to Pronounce Buoyancy

To pronounce "buoyancy", say BUOY-ancy — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɔɪ.ən.si/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈbɔɪ.ən.si/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “buoyancy”

"buoyancy" has 2 syllables: buoy-ancy.

What does buoyancy mean?

noun

  1. The upward force on a body immersed or partly immersed in a fluid.
  2. The ability of an object to stay afloat in a fluid.

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Related words

airinessresilienceperkinessresiliencyirrepressibilityfloatmomentumfloatation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "buoyancy"?▾

"Buoyancy" has 2 syllables: buoy · ancy.

What is the IPA transcription of "buoyancy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "buoyancy" is /ˈbɔɪ.ən.si/.

What does "buoyancy" mean?▾

Buoyancy: The upward force on a body immersed or partly immersed in a fluid.

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