How to Pronounce "boomerang"
word
ˈbumɝˌæŋ
BOO-mur-ang
bˈuːməɹˌæŋ
BOO-muh-rang
Definition
A boomerang is a curved, flat tool that, when thrown correctly, returns to the thrower. It can also mean something that comes back to affect the person who started it.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbumɝˌæŋ
British English
bˈuːməɹˌæŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOO-mur-ang
UK
BOO-muh-rang
Listen in Context
I threw the boomerang and it came back to me.
He bought a wooden boomerang as a souvenir.
A boomerang is used in traditional Australian culture.
Be careful—your words might boomerang back to you someday.