How to pronounce copus
Say it like KOH-pus. Copus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOH).
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US American/ˈkoʊpəs/KOH-pus
UK British/ˈkəʊpəs/KOH-pus
- KOH
- pus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Copus pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- pusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of copus
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: KOH-pus.
What does copus mean?
noun
- A mug.
- A drink of ale mixed with spices, and varied by spirits, wines, etc.
Where does copus come from?
Perhaps from hippocras.
Questions about saying copus
How do you pronounce copus?
Say KOH-pus. The American pronunciation is /ˈkoʊpəs/. In British English it is /ˈkəʊpəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in copus?
Copus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOH). Broken into parts: KOH · pus.
Is copus pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈkəʊpəs/ (KOH-pus).