How to Pronounce Busked

To pronounce "busked", say BUSK-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /bʌskt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/bʌskt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “busked”

"busked" has 2 syllables: busk-ed. It rhymes with robust and thrust, if that helps it stick.

What does busked mean?

verb

  1. To prepare; to make ready; to array; to dress.
  2. To go; to direct one's course.

verb

  1. To solicit money by entertaining the public in the street or in public transport
  2. To tack, cruise about.

adjective

  1. Wearing a busk.

Words that rhyme with busked

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

robustthrustlustjustnonplussedtrustmustadjustbustdistrustmistruststardust

Related words

buskinedperukedbauchledbe-pantsedgumbootedknickerbockeredbooteedbuggered

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "busked"?▾

"Busked" has 2 syllables: busk · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "busked"?▾

The IPA transcription of "busked" is /bʌskt/.

What does "busked" mean?▾

Busked: To prepare; to make ready; to array; to dress.

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