English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com
noun

burp

burp

Burp (noun) means a belch — an expulsion of gas from the stomach through the mouth. Example: “A loud burp escaped him after the fizzy drink.”

noun
1
A belch — an expulsion of gas from the stomach through the mouth.
"A loud burp escaped him after the fizzy drink."
verb
1
To belch.
"The baby burped after her feed."
2
To pat or rub a baby's back to help release trapped air after feeding.
"She burped the baby over her shoulder."

How to use burp

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA belch, or to belch — also used for helping a baby release swallowed air after a feed.

When to use it

Informal; "belch" is the more neutral/formal equivalent.

Common pairings
burp the baby let out a burp

Word forms

burped past tense, burps plural, burps singular

Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “burp” A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage

Fill the gap

Can you complete this real example?

A loud _____ escaped him after the fizzy drink.

Etymology

An American English word imitating the sound itself.

Related words

Rhymes for burp

See all rhymes for burp →

Frequently asked questions

What does “burp” mean?

The word “burp” means a belch — an expulsion of gas from the stomach through the mouth. In plain terms, a belch, or to belch — also used for helping a baby release swallowed air after a feed.

How do you pronounce “burp”?

“Burp” is pronounced burp (/bɝp/ in IPA).

How do you use “burp” in a sentence?

Here is “burp” used in a sentence: “A loud burp escaped him after the fizzy drink.”

What part of speech is “burp”?

Depending on how it is used, “burp” can be a noun and a verb.

How many meanings does “burp” have?

“Burp” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a belch — an expulsion of gas from the stomach through the mouth.

Featured in

People also searched

Definitions: FreeDict original editorial