How to Pronounce Buried

To pronounce "buried", say BUR-ied — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɛɹid/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈbɛɹid/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/bˈɛɹɪd/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

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Break "buried" into 2 beats and lean on "BUR" — that's the stressed one.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "buried"?

To pronounce "buried", say BUR-ied — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɛɹid/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "buried"?

"Buried" has 2 syllables: bur · ied.

What is the IPA transcription of "buried"?

The IPA transcription of "buried" is /ˈbɛɹid/.

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