How to pronounce cusk
Say it like KUHSK. Cusk is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KUHSK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cusk pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KUHSKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of cusk
American and British speakers say cusk in essentially the same way: /kʌsk/ in the US and /kʌsk/ in the UK.
British respelling: KUHSK.
What does cusk mean?
- A codlike saltwater fish in the family Lotidae, Brosme brosme.
Where does cusk come from?
Early 17th century; of unknown origin.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with cusk
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Questions about saying cusk
How do you pronounce cusk?
Say KUHSK. The American pronunciation is /kʌsk/. In British English it is /kʌsk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cusk?
Cusk is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KUHSK.
Do Americans and Brits say cusk the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kʌsk/ and the British form is /kʌsk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.