How to Pronounce "carbuncle"
word
[ˈkʰɑːbʌŋkl̩]
KAR-bung-kl
kˈɑːbʌŋkəl
KAH-bung-kuhl
Definition
A carbuncle is a painful, red lump on the skin caused by a group of infected hair follicles, often filled with pus.
IPA Transcription
American English
[ˈkʰɑːbʌŋkl̩]
British English
kˈɑːbʌŋkəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAR-bung-kl
UK
KAH-bung-kuhl
Listen in Context
The doctor said my skin infection is a carbuncle.
A carbuncle is often larger and more painful than a regular boil.
He had a carbuncle on his neck that needed treatment.
If a carbuncle doesn't heal, you should see a doctor right away.