How to pronounce coz
Say it like KOZ. Coz is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KOZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Coz pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of coz
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KOZ.
What does coz mean?
- cousin (usually as a term of address)
- Informal spelling of 'cause (“because”).
Words that rhyme with coz
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of coz.
Words that sound like coz
Questions about saying coz
How do you pronounce coz?
Say KOZ. The American pronunciation is /kɑz/. In British English it is /kɒz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in coz?
Coz is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KOZ.
Is coz pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /kɒz/ (KOZ).
What words sound the same as coz?
Coz sounds the same as cause in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.