How to Pronounce Caucus

To pronounce "caucus", say CAUC-us — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkɔː.kəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈkɔː.kəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “caucus”

"caucus" has 2 syllables: cauc-us. It rhymes with raucous and glaucous, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: coccus — easy to mix up when writing.

What does caucus mean?

noun

A usually preliminary meeting of party members to nominate candidates for public office or delegates to be sent a nominating convention, or to confer regarding policy.
A grouping of all the members of a legislature from the same party.

verb

To meet and participate in caucus.
To bring into or treat in caucus.

Synonyms

parliamentary group

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Words that rhyme with caucus

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

raucous glaucous coccus streptococcus floccus staphylococcus enterococcus kochis baucus bockus caracas

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "caucus"?▾

"Caucus" has 2 syllables: cauc · us.

What is the IPA transcription of "caucus"?▾

The IPA transcription of "caucus" is /ˈkɔː.kəs/.

What does "caucus" mean?▾

Caucus: A usually preliminary meeting of party members to nominate candidates for public office or delegates to be sent a nominating convention, or to confer regarding policy.

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