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How to pronounce 'buzz' in American English

Learn the American English pronunciation of "buzz" with simple phonetic spelling, IPA transcription, meaning, example sentences, and AI-powered pronunciation practice.

Pronunciation of "buzz"

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Simple pronunciation
buhz
IPA transcription
/bəz/
Word frequency
6,478th

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What does "buzz" mean?

  1. 1.a sound like that of a bee or other insects
  2. 2.excitement or rumors about something

Examples of "buzz" in a sentence

  • The bee made a buzzing sound.
  • There was a loud buzz in the air when the airplane flew overhead.
  • I heard a buzz from my phone indicating a new message.

How common is "buzz"?

Buzz is the 6,478th most common word in English.

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