How to pronounce poz
Say it like POZ. Poz is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- POZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Poz pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- POZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of poz
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: POZ.
What does poz mean?
- HIV positive.“Her test results were poz.”
- To infect (someone) with a sexually transmitted infection; especially HIV.
- To say something positive to someone about themselves.
Where does poz come from?
Clipping of positive.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
Words that rhyme with poz
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Words that sound like poz
Questions about saying poz
How do you pronounce poz?
Say POZ. The American pronunciation is /pɑz/. In British English it is /pɒz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in poz?
Poz is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: POZ.
Is poz pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /pɒz/ (POZ).
What words sound the same as poz?
Poz sounds the same as pas in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.