How to Pronounce "boot camp"
expression
ˈbut/ /ˈkæmp
BOOT-kamp
bˈuːt/ /kˈæmp
BOOT-kamp
Definition
A special training program that is very strict and intense, often used for military training, or any challenging program designed to teach skills quickly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbut/ /ˈkæmp
British English
bˈuːt/ /kˈæmp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOOT-kamp
UK
BOOT-kamp
Listen in Context
He went to boot camp before joining the army.
The coding boot camp helps students learn quickly.
She signed up for a fitness boot camp this summer.
After two weeks at boot camp, I felt stronger and more confident.