How to Pronounce Cots

To pronounce "cots", say COTS — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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COTS

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💡 Tip for remembering “cots”

"cots" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with ersatz and thoughts, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: kaatz, kotz — easy to mix up when writing.

What does cots mean?

noun

  1. A simple bed, especially one for portable or temporary purposes.
  2. A bed for infants or small children, with high, often slatted, often moveable sides.

noun

  1. A cottage or small homestead.
  2. A pen, coop, or similar shelter for small domestic animals, such as sheep or pigeons.

noun

  1. A small, crudely-formed boat.

Synonyms

camp bedcribcote

Words that rhyme with cots

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ersatzthoughtstrotslotsdotsplotzlatshotsaughtsspotsknotsblots

Related words

cribfingerstalldovetcccommercialtradingbusinesstrade

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cots"?▾

"Cots" has one syllable.

What does "cots" mean?▾

Cots: A simple bed, especially one for portable or temporary purposes.

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