How to Pronounce "burkes"
word
ˈbɝks
BURKS
bˈɜːks
BURKS
Definition
'Burkes' is the third person singular or present tense of 'burke,' meaning to kill someone by suffocating them (especially to avoid leaving marks) or to suppress or silence an issue or debate.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɝks
British English
bˈɜːks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BURKS
UK
BURKS
Listen in Context
He burkes all discussions about the mistake.
She burkes any negative feedback at the meetings.
The manager burkes complaints from the staff.
Whenever controversy arises, the administration quickly burkes it.