English pronunciation · Words Starting with B
Brusque Pronunciation
Brusque is pronounced BRUHSK, IPA /ˈbrəsk/.
BRUHSK
US /ˈbrəsk/ · UK /ˈbrʌsk/
Syllables: BRUHSK (1 syllable)
adjective: Abrupt and almost rude in manner.
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Brusque in a Sentence
- Her reply was brusque but fair.
- He has a brusque way of ending calls.
- The receptionist was brusque with everyone.
Common Mispronunciations of Brusque
Not BROO-skay
One beat carries it, because the que ending adds a k sound and nothing else.
Not BRUUSK
Give the u the flat uh of bus, which is how English settled this French borrowing.
Tip: Brusk is an accepted American spelling, and both forms are said BRUHSK.
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