How to Pronounce "butch"
word
/ˈbʊtʃ/
buuch
/bˈʊtʃ/
buuch
Definition
Describing a woman, especially a lesbian, who has a masculine appearance, style, or way of behaving. It can be a neutral or positive identity word in LGBTQ+ contexts, but it may sound rude if used carelessly by outsiders.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbʊtʃ/
British English
/bˈʊtʃ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
buuch
UK
buuch
Listen in Context
She has a butch style and usually wears boots and loose shirts.
Some people describe her as butch, but she chooses that word for herself too.
That movie has a butch lesbian character.
She doesn't mind being called butch by friends, but not by strangers.