How to Pronounce "buzzards"
word
/ˈbəzɝdz/
BUZ-erdz
/bˈʌzədz/
BUZ-uhdz
Definition
Buzzards are large birds of prey known for their broad wings and strong beaks. In Europe, 'buzzard' refers to a type of hawk, while in North America it sometimes means vulture.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbəzɝdz/
British English
/bˈʌzədz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BUZ-erdz
UK
BUZ-uhdz
Listen in Context
Buzzards have very sharp eyesight to spot prey from above.
Several buzzards were circling in the sky.
The forest is home to many buzzards.
People in the US sometimes call turkey vultures 'buzzards', but that's not their real name.