How to pronounce recuse
Say it like ree-KYOOZ. Recuse has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KYOOZ).
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- ree
- KYOOZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Recuse pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- KYOOZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of recuse
American and British speakers say recuse in essentially the same way: /riˈkjuz/ in the US and /rɪˈkjuːz/ in the UK.
British respelling: rih-KYOOZ.
What does recuse mean?
- To reject or repudiate (an authority, a person, a court judgment, etc.).
- Of a judge, juror, or prosecutor: to declare (oneself) unable to participate in a court case due to an actual or potential conflict of interest or lack of impartiality.“The judge recused herself from that case, citing a possible conflict of interest as one of the parties was a personal friend.”
- To object to (a judge, juror, or prosecutor) participating in a court case due to an actual or potential conflict of interest or lack of impartiality.
Words that rhyme with recuse
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of recuse.
Questions about saying recuse
How do you pronounce recuse?
Say ree-KYOOZ. The American pronunciation is /riˈkjuz/. In British English it is /rɪˈkjuːz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in recuse?
Recuse has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KYOOZ). Broken into parts: ree · KYOOZ.
Do Americans and Brits say recuse the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riˈkjuz/ and the British form is /rɪˈkjuːz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.