How to Pronounce Louts

To pronounce "louts", say LOUTS — one syllable, IPA /laʊts/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/laʊts/

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💡 Tip for remembering “louts”

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

What does louts mean?

noun

  1. A troublemaker, often violent; a rude violent person; a yob.
  2. A clownish, awkward fellow; a bumpkin.

verb

  1. To treat as a lout or fool; to neglect; to disappoint.

verb

  1. To bend, bow, stoop.

Words that rhyme with louts

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

whereaboutsgoutspayoutsshoutsblackoutsblowoutscloutswalkoutsfalloutsthereaboutshereaboutssprouts

Related words

oafklutzlummoxlubberstumblebumclodgoonlump

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "louts"?▾

"Louts" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "louts"?▾

The IPA transcription of "louts" is /laʊts/.

What does "louts" mean?▾

Louts: A troublemaker, often violent; a rude violent person; a yob.

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