How to Pronounce Caused

To pronounce "caused", say CAUS-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /kɔzd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/kɔzd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “caused”

"caused" has 2 syllables: caus-ed. It rhymes with paused and lased, if that helps it stick.

What does caused mean?

verb

  1. To set off an event or action.

    “The lightning caused thunder.”

  2. (ditransitive) To actively produce as a result, by means of force or authority.

    “His dogged determination caused the fundraising to be successful.”

Words that rhyme with caused

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pausedlaseddrozd

Related words

causationaccountedaffectedarisenarosearousedassociatedattracted

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "caused"?▾

"Caused" has 2 syllables: caus · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "caused"?▾

The IPA transcription of "caused" is /kɔzd/.

What does "caused" mean?▾

Caused: To set off an event or action.

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