How to pronounce suss
Say it like SUHS. Suss is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- SUHS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Suss pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SUHSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of suss
American and British speakers say suss in essentially the same way: /sʌs/ in the US and /sʌs/ in the UK.
British respelling: SUHS.
What does suss mean?
- Alternative form of soss (“miry place”).
- Suspicious; suspect.
- Suspicious behavior; the act of loitering with intent.
Words that rhyme with suss
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of suss.
Questions about saying suss
How do you pronounce suss?
Say SUHS. The American pronunciation is /sʌs/. In British English it is /sʌs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in suss?
Suss is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: SUHS.
Do Americans and Brits say suss the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /sʌs/ and the British form is /sʌs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.