How to Pronounce "abut"
word
əˈbət
uh-BUHT
ɐbˈʌt
uh-BUT
Definition
To be next to or touch the edge or border of something, especially land or buildings.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈbət
British English
ɐbˈʌt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-BUHT
UK
uh-BUT
Listen in Context
Our house abuts the school playground.
The parking lot abuts the office building.
That fence abuts the neighbor's property.
Their backyard abuts a quiet forest, making it a peaceful place to relax.