How to Pronounce "bookends"
word
ˈbʊˌkɛndz
BOOK-endz
bˈʊkɛndz
BOOK-endz
Definition
Objects placed at either end of a row of books to keep them standing upright. ‘Bookends’ can also be used metaphorically to describe two things that mark the beginning and end of something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbʊˌkɛndz
British English
bˈʊkɛndz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOOK-endz
UK
BOOK-endz
Listen in Context
I bought new bookends for my desk.
The bookends keep the books from falling over.
She uses heavy rocks as bookends at home.
Family photos serve as perfect bookends on my shelf.