How to Pronounce "backus"
word
ˈbækəs
BAK-uhs
ˈbækəs
BAK-uhs
Definition
Backus is a proper noun, usually a last name or family name. It is most commonly known as the surname of John Backus, a famous American computer scientist.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbækəs
British English
ˈbækəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAK-uhs
UK
BAK-uhs
Listen in Context
John Backus invented the first widely used high-level programming language.
Many computer scientists know the name Backus.
The Peruvian beer brand is called Backus.
Have you ever read about John Backus and his work on FORTRAN?