To pronounce "butterbean", say BUTT-erb-ean — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"butterbean" has 3 syllables: butt-erb-ean.
noun
"Butterbean" has 3 syllables: butt · erb · ean.
Butterbean: Any of several beans, including the lima bean, sieva bean, wax bean, and civet bean.
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