How to pronounce caucus
Say it like KAW-kus. Caucus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAW).
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- KAW
- kus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Caucus pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- kusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of caucus
American and British speakers say caucus in essentially the same way: /ˈkɔkəs/ in the US and /ˈkɔːkəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAW-kus.
Other ways to say caucus
Caucus also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- KAH-kus /ˈkɑkəs/
What does caucus mean?
- meet to select a candidate or promote a policy
- a closed political meeting
Words that rhyme with caucus
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of caucus.
Questions about saying caucus
How do you pronounce caucus?
Say KAW-kus. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɔkəs/. In British English it is /ˈkɔːkəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in caucus?
Caucus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAW). Broken into parts: KAW · kus.
Do Americans and Brits say caucus the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkɔkəs/ and the British form is /ˈkɔːkəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.