Business is pronounced BIZ-nəs (IPA /ˈbɪznəs/). Drop the middle 'i' — say 'BIZ-nis' in two beats.
IPA: /ˈbɪznəs/
Syllables: BIZ · nəs
Common ESL mistake: Learners say three syllables 'BUSI-ness' instead of two.
Tip: Drop the middle 'i' — say 'BIZ-nis' in two beats.