How to Pronounce "bogus"
word
/ˈboʊɡəs/
BOH-guhs
/bˈəʊɡəs/
BOH-guhs
Definition
Something described as 'bogus' is not real, genuine, or true—it's fake or intended to deceive people.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈboʊɡəs/
British English
/bˈəʊɡəs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOH-guhs
UK
BOH-guhs
Listen in Context
This website is selling bogus products.
He gave a bogus excuse for being late.
Police warned about bogus phone calls.
The story he told was completely bogus, but it fooled everyone.