How to Pronounce "buoys"
word
ˈbuiz
BOO-eez
bˈɔɪz
BOY-z
Definition
Floating devices placed in the water to mark locations, provide warnings, or help with navigation for boats. They can also be used as safety aids.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbuiz
British English
bˈɔɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOO-eez
UK
BOY-z
Listen in Context
The buoys in the lake show where it is safe to swim.
Fishermen attach their nets to buoys so they can find them later.
Red and green buoys help ships follow the correct path.
The storm washed several buoys far away from the harbor.