How to pronounce

bureau

If you're a non-native speaker of English, learning to correctly pronounce the word "bureau" is an important part of mastering the language. Pronouncing this word correctly is essential for communicating effectively in English.

To pronounce "bureau," start by making a "b" sound using the lips. Then, move on to the "eu" sound, which is a combination of the "eh" and "oo" sounds. To make the "eh" sound, your tongue should be slightly raised in the center of your mouth and your lips should be slightly parted. To make the "oo" sound, your lips should be rounded and the middle of your tongue should be slightly raised.

Finally, move on to the "r" sound. You should use the tip of your tongue to make a "trilling" sound. To make the "r" sound, you should press the tip of your tongue against the roof of your mouth and vibrate the middle of your tongue.

To sum up, the correct pronunciation of "bureau" is "b-eh-oo-r." With practice, you'll be able to master this pronunciation and communicate more successfully in English.

Definition of

bureau

What does it mean

bureau

The word "bureau" originates from the French word "bureau," originally meaning "baize" (the covering of a writing table), which extended to mean the desk itself. The term was adopted into English in the late 17th century, initially referring to a writing desk. By the 19th century, it had also come to refer to offices or departments that contain many such desks, such as "bureau de change" (a currency exchange office) or "bureau of statistics." The transition from a physical piece of furniture to a metaphorical space of administrative or clerical work reflects the evolution of office environments.