How to Pronounce Bursa

To pronounce "bursa", say BURS-a — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

5

Letters

BURS-a

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💡 Tip for remembering “bursa”

"bursa" has 2 syllables: burs-a.

What does bursa mean?

noun

  1. Any of the many small fluid-filled sacs located at the point where a muscle or tendon slides across bone. These sacs serve to reduce friction between the two moving surfaces.

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How many syllables are in "bursa"?▾

"Bursa" has 2 syllables: burs · a.

What does "bursa" mean?▾

Bursa: Any of the many small fluid-filled sacs located at the point where a muscle or tendon slides across bone. These sacs serve to reduce friction between the two moving surfaces.

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