How to Pronounce “bisque”
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- American (US)
- /bɪsk/
- British (UK)
- /bɪsk/
What “bisque” means
noun — A thick creamy soup made from fish, shellfish, meat or vegetables.
Example: lobster bisque.
Pronunciation Notes
The final e is silent. The transcription /bɪsk/ ends on a consonant sound, so the written e at the end of “bisque” is not pronounced.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "bisque" mean?
bisque (noun): A thick creamy soup made from fish, shellfish, meat or vegetables. For example — lobster bisque.
How do you pronounce "bisque" in American vs British English?
Both accents use the same sequence of phonemes for "bisque", /bɪsk/, so the difference you hear is in how the vowels are coloured rather than in which sounds are used. Play both on this page to compare.
What is the IPA transcription of "bisque"?
/bɪsk/ in American English, /bɪsk/ in British English.
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