How to Pronounce Busted

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈbʌstəd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “busted”

"busted" has 2 syllables: bust-ed. It rhymes with encrusted and disgusted, if that helps it stick.

What does busted mean?

adjective

  1. (often used in combination with an adjective) Having a certain type of bust (breasts; cleavage).

Words that rhyme with busted

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

encrusteddisgustedmaladjustedcrustedvistaedgustedadjustedrustedentrustedtrusteddistrustedfusted

Related words

brokenrupturedburstdamagedfartblowntrappedbloody

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "busted"?▾

"Busted" has 2 syllables: bust · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "busted"?▾

The IPA transcription of "busted" is /ˈbʌstəd/.

What does "busted" mean?▾

Busted: (often used in combination with an adjective) Having a certain type of bust (breasts; cleavage).

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