How to Pronounce Causes

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

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈkɑzɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “causes”

"causes" has 2 syllables: caus-es. It rhymes with pauses and clauses, if that helps it stick.

What does causes mean?

noun

(often with of, typically of adverse results) The source of, or reason for, an event or action; that which produces or effects a result.
“They identified a burst pipe as the cause of the flooding.”
(especially with for and a bare noun) Sufficient reason for a state, as of emotion.
“The end of the war was a cause for celebration.”

verb

To set off an event or action.
“The lightning caused thunder.”
(ditransitive) To actively produce as a result, by means of force or authority.
“His dogged determination caused the fundraising to be successful.”

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with causes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pauses clauses gauzes lases

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "causes"?▾

"Causes" has 2 syllables: caus · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "causes"?▾

The IPA transcription of "causes" is /ˈkɑzɪz/.

What does "causes" mean?▾

Causes: (often with of, typically of adverse results) The source of, or reason for, an event or action; that which produces or effects a result.

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