How to Pronounce Burr

To pronounce "burr", say BURR — one syllable, IPA /bɝ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

4

Letters

/bɝ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “burr”

"burr" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with infer and concur, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: bir, birr, bur — easy to mix up when writing.

What does burr mean?

noun

  1. A sharp, pointy object, such as a sliver or splinter.
  2. A bur; a seed pod with sharp features that stick in fur or clothing.

Synonyms

bursticker

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Words that rhyme with burr

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inferconcurstirdeferincurtransferslurspurdemurcurconnoisseuramateur

Related words

buryesthornbarbspinestickerpricklebrier

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "burr"?▾

"Burr" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "burr"?▾

The IPA transcription of "burr" is /bɝ/.

What does "burr" mean?▾

Burr: A sharp, pointy object, such as a sliver or splinter.

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