How to Pronounce "birds and bees"
expression
BURDZ and BEEZ
BURDZ and BEEZ
Definition
The phrase refers to a simple or gentle way of teaching children about where babies come from and basic facts about reproduction or sex.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɝdz/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈbiz
British English
bˈɜːdz/ /ˈænd/ /bˈiːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BURDZ and BEEZ
UK
BURDZ and BEEZ
Listen in Context
It's time to talk about the birds and bees with your son.
Many parents feel nervous about the birds and bees talk.
He learned about the birds and bees in school.
My dad tried to explain the birds and bees, but it was so awkward!