How to Pronounce Burdensome

To pronounce "burdensome", say BURD-ens-om-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈbəː.dən.səm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈbəː.dən.səm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “burdensome”

"burdensome" has 4 syllables: burd-ens-om-e.

What does burdensome mean?

adjective

  1. Characteristic of a burden; arduous or demanding

Synonyms

arduousdemandingexactingoneroustaxing

Related words

oneroustaxingheavyoppressivecumbersomelaboriousarduousdifficult

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "burdensome"?▾

"Burdensome" has 4 syllables: burd · ens · om · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "burdensome"?▾

The IPA transcription of "burdensome" is /ˈbəː.dən.səm/.

What does "burdensome" mean?▾

Burdensome: Characteristic of a burden; arduous or demanding

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