How to Pronounce "buckle"
word
/ˈbəkəɫ/
BUH-kuhl
/bˈʌkəl/
BUH-kuhl
Definition
A 'buckle' is a metal or plastic fastener used to join two ends of a belt, strap, or shoe. As a verb, it means to fasten something with a buckle, or to bend or collapse under pressure or force.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbəkəɫ/
British English
/bˈʌkəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BUH-kuhl
UK
BUH-kuhl
Listen in Context
Can you buckle your seatbelt, please?
The belt has a silver buckle.
The bridge started to buckle under the weight.
I always forget to buckle my shoes in the morning.