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How to Pronounce "burst out"

expression

ˈbɝst/ /ˈaʊt
BURST-owt
bˈɜːst/ /ˈaʊt
BURST-owt

Definition

To suddenly say something loudly, or to suddenly start laughing, crying, or making a strong noise, often because of emotion.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈbɝst/ /ˈaʊt

British English

bˈɜːst/ /ˈaʊt

Simplified Pronunciation

US

BURST-owt

UK

BURST-owt

Listen in Context

He burst out laughing at the joke.

She burst out crying when she heard the news.

The children burst out singing their favorite song.

She couldn’t help it and burst out with the truth.