How to Pronounce "bonus"
word
/ˈboʊnəs/
BOH-nuhs
/bˈəʊnəs/
BOH-nuhs
Definition
A bonus is extra money or another reward given in addition to what is usual or expected. It can also mean any extra benefit or pleasant added thing.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈboʊnəs/
British English
/bˈəʊnəs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOH-nuhs
UK
BOH-nuhs
Listen in Context
The company gave every worker a bonus in December.
If we finish early, we get a small bonus.
Free parking is an added bonus.
I wasn't expecting a bonus, so that check was a nice surprise.