How to Pronounce Cooties

To pronounce "cooties", say COOT-ies — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkuːtiz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈkuːtiz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cooties”

"cooties" has 2 syllables: coot-ies.

What does cooties mean?

noun

  1. A louse (Pediculus humanus).
  2. A louse (Pediculus humanus).

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cooties"?▾

"Cooties" has 2 syllables: coot · ies.

What is the IPA transcription of "cooties"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cooties" is /ˈkuːtiz/.

What does "cooties" mean?▾

Cooties: A louse (Pediculus humanus).

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