How to pronounce guz
Say it like GUHZ. Guz is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- GUHZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Guz pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GUHZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of guz
American and British speakers say guz in essentially the same way: /ɡʌz/ in the US and /ɡʌz/ in the UK.
British respelling: GUHZ.
What does guz mean?
- A unit of length used in parts of Asia, ranging from 24 to 41 inches and historically used for measuring textiles, comparable to the English yard.
Words that rhyme with guz
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of guz.
Questions about saying guz
How do you pronounce guz?
Say GUHZ. The American pronunciation is /ɡʌz/. In British English it is /ɡʌz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in guz?
Guz is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: GUHZ.
Do Americans and Brits say guz the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɡʌz/ and the British form is /ɡʌz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.