How to Pronounce "bookman"
word
ˈbʊkmən
BUUK-muhn
bˈʊkmən
BUUK-muhn
Definition
A 'bookman' is a person who loves books, is very knowledgeable about literature, or studies books deeply, especially as a scholar or book expert.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbʊkmən
British English
bˈʊkmən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BUUK-muhn
UK
BUUK-muhn
Listen in Context
The old professor was a true bookman.
A bookman spends hours studying in the library.
The museum was guided by a respected bookman.
If anyone knows rare books, it's Tom—he's a total bookman.