Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
buró
nightstand
Latin America
Simplified: boo-ROH
IPA: bu'ɾo
Spain
Simplified: boo-ROH
IPA: bu'ɾo
Pronunciation Tips:
SyllableHow to Say ItMouth Position and Breath Flow
bu
  • b like boy, but softer
  • gentler lip closure for Spanish b (versus English b)
  • u like boot
  • strongly rounded lips, tongue back for u
ró
  • tapped r like ladder
  • quick tapped r with tongue tip against ridge behind teeth
  • o like go, but shorter
  • rounded lips, tongue back for o