How to pronounce cus
Say it like KUHS. Cus is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KUHS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cus pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KUHSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of cus
American and British speakers say cus in essentially the same way: /kʌs/ in the US and /kʌs/ in the UK.
British respelling: KUHS.
What does cus mean?
- Informal spelling of 'cause (“because”).
Words that rhyme with cus
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cus.
Words that sound like cus
Questions about saying cus
How do you pronounce cus?
Say KUHS. The American pronunciation is /kʌs/. In British English it is /kʌs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cus?
Cus is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KUHS.
Do Americans and Brits say cus the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kʌs/ and the British form is /kʌs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as cus?
Cus sounds the same as cuss in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.