To pronounce "applause", say APPL-aus-e — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈplɔːz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/əˈplɔːz/
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"applause" has 3 syllables: appl-aus-e. It rhymes with cause and because, if that helps it stick.
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"Applause" has 3 syllables: appl · aus · e.
The IPA transcription of "applause" is /əˈplɔːz/.
Applause: The act of applauding; approbation and praise publicly expressed by the clapping of hands, stamping or tapping of the feet, acclamation, huzzas, or other means; marked commendation.
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