How to Pronounce "become"
word
bi-KUHM
bi-KUHM
Definition
To start to be something new or to change into a different state, condition, or role.
IPA Transcription
American English
/bɪˈkəm/
British English
/bɪkˈʌm/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bi-KUHM
UK
bi-KUHM
Listen in Context
She wants to become a teacher.
Ice becomes water when it melts.
The sky became dark before the storm.
It's amazing how quickly kids become independent.