How to Pronounce Rosebud

To pronounce "rosebud", say ROS-eb-ud — 3 syllables, IPA /ɹəʊz.bʌd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɹəʊz.bʌd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rosebud”

"rosebud" has 3 syllables: ros-eb-ud.

What does rosebud mean?

noun

  1. The bud of a rose.
  2. (sometimes as a term of endearment) A pretty young woman.

Related words

rosabelleroserosehiprosebedroseberryroseletrosidrosebush

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rosebud"?▾

"Rosebud" has 3 syllables: ros · eb · ud.

What is the IPA transcription of "rosebud"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rosebud" is /ɹəʊz.bʌd/.

What does "rosebud" mean?▾

Rosebud: The bud of a rose.

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