How to Pronounce Buzzard

To pronounce "buzzard", say BUZZ-ard — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbʌzəɹd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈbʌzəɹd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “buzzard”

"buzzard" has 2 syllables: buzz-ard. It rhymes with visored and scissored, if that helps it stick.

What does buzzard mean?

noun

  1. Any of several Old World birds of prey of the genus Buteo with broad wings and a broad tail.
  2. Any scavenging bird such as the American black vulture (Coragyps atratus) or the turkey vulture (Cathartes aura).

noun

  1. A score of two over par (for one hole)

Synonyms

broadwingbuteoturkey vulturevulturebuzzard

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Words that rhyme with buzzard

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visoredscissored

Related words

vulturehawkturkeynutsnozzleculvert

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "buzzard"?▾

"Buzzard" has 2 syllables: buzz · ard.

What is the IPA transcription of "buzzard"?▾

The IPA transcription of "buzzard" is /ˈbʌzəɹd/.

What does "buzzard" mean?▾

Buzzard: Any of several Old World birds of prey of the genus Buteo with broad wings and a broad tail.

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