How to Pronounce Busk

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

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Syllable

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Letters

/bʌsk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “busk”

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

Sounds exactly like: buske — easy to mix up when writing.

What does busk mean?

noun

  1. A strip of metal, whalebone, wood, or other material, worn in the front of a corset to stiffen it.
  2. (by extension) A corset.

Words that rhyme with busk

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

duskhusktuskcuskcornhuskbruskebrusquebuskekuskeluskmuskmuske

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "busk"?▾

"Busk" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "busk"?▾

The IPA transcription of "busk" is /bʌsk/.

What does "busk" mean?▾

Busk: A strip of metal, whalebone, wood, or other material, worn in the front of a corset to stiffen it.

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