How to pronounce clauses
Say it like KLAW-zuz. Clauses has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLAW).
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- KLAW
- zuz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Clauses pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- zuzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of clauses
American and British speakers say clauses in essentially the same way: /ˈklɔzəz/ in the US and /ˈklɔːzɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: KLAW-ziz.
What does clauses mean?
- plural of clause How to pronounce clause
- third-person singular simple present indicative of clause How to pronounce clause
Questions about saying clauses
How do you pronounce clauses?
Say KLAW-zuz. The American pronunciation is /ˈklɔzəz/. In British English it is /ˈklɔːzɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in clauses?
Clauses has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLAW). Broken into parts: KLAW · zuz.
Do Americans and Brits say clauses the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈklɔzəz/ and the British form is /ˈklɔːzɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.