How to Pronounce Busking

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈbʌskɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “busking”

"busking" has 2 syllables: busk-ing. It rhymes with husking and whisking, if that helps it stick.

What does busking 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.

noun

  1. Clothing; dress; ornaments worn.

Words that rhyme with busking

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

huskingwhiskingcornhuskingtuskingdiskingdusking

Related words

dressingvestimentgarmentinggarmenturetrickingindumentattiringrobing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "busking"?▾

"Busking" has 2 syllables: busk · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "busking"?▾

The IPA transcription of "busking" is /ˈbʌskɪŋ/.

What does "busking" mean?▾

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

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