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How to pronounce buttermilk

nounB2
BUHdermihlk

/ˈbə.ɾɚˌmɪlk̚/

3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

A slightly sour milk product used especially in cooking and baking.

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Meanings & examples

noun

A slightly sour milk product used especially in cooking and baking.

This recipe uses buttermilk to make the pancakes soft.

Common phrases & grammar

buttermilk pancakes · buttermilk biscuits