One syllable: book.
/ˈbʊk/
Say it backnoun, verbAs a noun: a set of written, printed, or blank pages bound together along one edge and protected by covers. As a verb: to reserve or arrange for something (e.g., tickets, appointments) in advance; to charge someone with an offense.
"She borrowed a book from the library."
"We need to book our hotel before prices rise."
"This book provides a comprehensive analysis of medieval history."
The word "book" is pronounced /bʊk/ with emphasis on the main syllable. Click the audio button above to hear the correct pronunciation.
"book" sounds like B-o-o-k. The pronunciation follows common English sound patterns.
"book" is considered beginner difficult to pronounce. Most English speakers can pronounce this word correctly with minimal practice.
"book" is a noun, verb. Understanding its grammatical role helps with proper usage.
The International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) transcription for "book" is /bʊk/. This provides the most accurate pronunciation guide using standardized phonetic symbols.
Common mistakes when pronouncing "book" include incorrect stress placement and mispronouncing vowel sounds. Listen to the audio example above to learn the correct pronunciation.
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From Old English bōc (a written document or tablet), from Proto-Germanic *bōks.
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Words that rhyme with "book"
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