How to Pronounce "burn"
word
/ˈbɝn/
burn
/bˈɜːn/
burn
Definition
To be damaged or destroyed by fire or heat, or to damage something in this way. It can also mean to hurt because of strong heat, chemicals, or even strong emotion.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbɝn/
British English
/bˈɜːn/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
burn
UK
burn
Listen in Context
Be careful—the pan is hot and can burn you.
Don't leave the bread too long, or it will burn.
Dry wood burns quickly.
I burned my tongue on the soup, so I can't really taste anything now.