To pronounce "recuse", say REC-us-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ɹɪˈkjuːz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ɹɪˈkjuːz/
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"recuse" has 3 syllables: rec-us-e. It rhymes with peruse and abuse, if that helps it stick.
verb
“The judge recused herself from that case, citing a possible conflict of interest.”
“The judge recused from the case, citing a possible conflict of interest.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Recuse" has 3 syllables: rec · us · e.
The IPA transcription of "recuse" is /ɹɪˈkjuːz/.
Recuse: To refuse or reject (a judge); to declare that the judge shall not try the case or is disqualified from acting.
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