How to pronounce "bounce"

bounce

Sports & Recreation
American
/baʊns/

Syllable Breakdown

bounce

How natives say bounce

British
/baʊns/

Syllable Breakdown

bounce

How natives say bounce

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Begin with a 'b' sound, lips together.

  • Open your mouth to form an 'ow' sound, like in 'cow'.

  • End with an 'ns' sound, tongue behind the teeth.

Common Mistakes

  • bowns (overemphasized 'n' sound)

  • baunz (incorrect 'a' sound)

  • bonce (incorrect vowel sound)

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with a 'b' sound, lips touching.

  • Form an 'ow' sound, similar to 'how'.

  • End with 'ns', tongue just behind the upper teeth.

common mistakes

  • bonce (wrong vowel sound)

  • bawns (overemphasized 'n' sound)

  • bance (incorrect 'a' and 'n' sounds)

FAQ

Why is the 'ou' pronounced like 'ow'?

In English, 'ou' often makes an 'ow' as in 'cow'.

Is the 'n' in 'bounce' silent?

No, the 'n' is pronounced with a soft touch behind the teeth.

How do I avoid saying 'bance'?

Ensure you form the 'ow' sound with a round mouth shape.

Definition

bounce

To rebound or spring back after hitting a surface.

Word Family

bouncer

/ˈbaʊnsər/

noun

A person who bounces at a club.

Example: The bouncer checked my ID.

bouncy

/ˈbaʊnsi/

adjective

Able to bounce well.

Example: The ball is very bouncy.

rebounce

/riˈbaʊns/

verb

To bounce again.

Example: The ball will rebounce after hitting the wall.

Key Pronunciation Differences

Bouncer includes 'er', adding a syllable.

Bouncy changes the ending to 'cy', softening the sound.

Rebounce adds 're' prefix and separates syllables.

Pro Tips

Listen Carefully

Listen to native speakers and mimic their pronunciation.

Practice 'ow' Sound

Practice words like 'cow' or 'how' to improve 'ow' pronunciation.

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