How to Pronounce "embouchure"
word
ˌɒm.bʊˈʃʊə
om-boo-SHOOR
ɛmbˈaʊʃjɔː
em-BOUSH-yaw
Definition
The way a musician shapes their mouth and lips to play a wind or brass instrument, or the opening where a river flows into a sea or lake.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɒm.bʊˈʃʊə
British English
ɛmbˈaʊʃjɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
om-boo-SHOOR
UK
em-BOUSH-yaw
Listen in Context
The flute player practiced her embouchure every day.
A good embouchure is important for playing the trumpet.
The river’s embouchure is near the coast.
If your embouchure is too tight, the sound will be sharp and thin.