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