How to Pronounce Outburst

To pronounce "outburst", say OUTB-urst — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈaʊtˌbɜːst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈaʊtˌbɜːst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “outburst”

"outburst" has 2 syllables: outb-urst. It rhymes with coerced and burst, if that helps it stick.

What does outburst mean?

noun

  1. A sudden, often violent expression of emotion or activity.

verb

  1. To burst out.

Synonyms

explosion

Antonyms

inburst

Words that rhyme with outburst

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

coercedburstcursedimmersedfirstcloudburstthirsttraverseddispersedinterspersedpursedheadfirst

Related words

burstflare-upgusheffusionoutbreakexplosionsurgeupsurge

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "outburst"?▾

"Outburst" has 2 syllables: outb · urst.

What is the IPA transcription of "outburst"?▾

The IPA transcription of "outburst" is /ˈaʊtˌbɜːst/.

What does "outburst" mean?▾

Outburst: A sudden, often violent expression of emotion or activity.

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