How to Pronounce Buttinsky

To pronounce "buttinsky", say BUTT-insky — 2 syllables, IPA /bʌtˈɪnski/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

buttinsky

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/bʌtˈɪnski/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “buttinsky”

"buttinsky" has 2 syllables: butt-insky.

What does buttinsky mean?

noun

  1. (derisive) One who is prone to butt in, interrupt, or get involved where they are not welcome.

    “I wish I had never met that nosy buttinsky!”

  2. (usually buttinski) A robust portable one-piece telephone instrument with clips, used by technicians and lines staff for testing telephone circuits or making a temporary connection to a telephone line.

Synonyms

backseat driverbusybodykibitzermeddler

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "buttinsky"?▾

"Buttinsky" has 2 syllables: butt · insky.

What is the IPA transcription of "buttinsky"?▾

The IPA transcription of "buttinsky" is /bʌtˈɪnski/.

What does "buttinsky" mean?▾

Buttinsky: (derisive) One who is prone to butt in, interrupt, or get involved where they are not welcome.

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