How to Pronounce "bubo"
word
ˈbjuː.bəʊ
BYOO-boh
bjˈuːbəʊ
byoo-BOH
Definition
A bubo is a swollen, inflamed lump, usually found in the lymph nodes, often caused by infections like the plague.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbjuː.bəʊ
British English
bjˈuːbəʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BYOO-boh
UK
byoo-BOH
Listen in Context
The doctor examined the bubo on her neck.
A bubo is often a sign of infection.
The plague causes painful buboes.
He went to the hospital after noticing a large bubo in his groin.