How to Pronounce Ous

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

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What does ous mean?

noun

  1. A probably extinct species of Hawaiian honeycreeper, Psittirostra psittacea.

noun

  1. A fellow, guy, bloke.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ous"?▾

"Ous" has one syllable.

What does "ous" mean?▾

Ous: A probably extinct species of Hawaiian honeycreeper, Psittirostra psittacea.

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