How to pronounce cuh
Say it like KUH. Cuh is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KUH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cuh pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KUHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of cuh
American and British speakers say cuh in essentially the same way: /kʌ/ in the US and /kʌ/ in the UK.
British respelling: KUH.
What does cuh mean?
- A term of address.
Where does cuh come from?
Clipping of cousin. Compare English cuz.
Words that rhyme with cuh
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cuh.
Questions about saying cuh
How do you pronounce cuh?
Say KUH. The American pronunciation is /kʌ/. In British English it is /kʌ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cuh?
Cuh is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KUH.
Do Americans and Brits say cuh the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kʌ/ and the British form is /kʌ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.