How to Pronounce Buzzes

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈbʌzɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “buzzes”

"buzzes" has 2 syllables: buzz-es. It rhymes with pizzaz and fizzes, if that helps it stick.

What does buzzes mean?

noun

  1. A continuous, humming noise, as of bees; a confused murmur, as of general conversation in low tones.
  2. A whisper.

verb

  1. To make a low, continuous, humming or sibilant sound, like that made by bees with their wings.
  2. To show a high level of activity and haste (alluding to the common simile "busy as a bee"). Often in the colloquial imperative "Buzz off!"

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Words that rhyme with buzzes

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pizzazfizzesfrizzesfuzzesschizos

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "buzzes"?▾

"Buzzes" has 2 syllables: buzz · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "buzzes"?▾

The IPA transcription of "buzzes" is /ˈbʌzɪz/.

What does "buzzes" mean?▾

Buzzes: A continuous, humming noise, as of bees; a confused murmur, as of general conversation in low tones.

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