How to Pronounce Souse

To pronounce "souse", say SOUS-e — 2 syllables, IPA /saʊs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/saʊs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “souse”

"souse" has 2 syllables: sous-e. It rhymes with rouse and arouse, if that helps it stick.

What does souse mean?

noun

  1. Something kept or steeped in brine
  2. The act of sousing; a plunging into water.

verb

  1. To immerse in liquid; to steep or drench.
  2. To steep in brine; to pickle.

Synonyms

alcoholicsotsuck-pint

Words that rhyme with souse

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rousearouseespousechousedrowsetousebrowsecarousescousetrousemenopausecows

Related words

dipsomaniacboozeralcoholicinebriatedrenchsoakersopsoak

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "souse"?▾

"Souse" has 2 syllables: sous · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "souse"?▾

The IPA transcription of "souse" is /saʊs/.

What does "souse" mean?▾

Souse: Something kept or steeped in brine

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