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causes

Definition:

(nou) events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something (nou) a justification for something existing or happening (nou) a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end (nou) any entity that produces an effect or is responsible for events or results (nou) a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy

Phonetic Transcription:

kɔːz

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Common mistakes of causes pronunciation

Stress misplacement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "caus-es" /ˈkɔː.zɪz/ (UK) or /ˈkɑː.zɪz/ (US). Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: /ˈkɔː.zɪz/ (UK) or /ˈkɑː.zɪz/ (US).
Vowel confusion: A common mistake is mispronouncing the vowel sound in the first syllable, saying "causes" as /ˈkæ.zɪz/. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the correct vowel sound /ɔː/ (UK) or /ɑː/ (US) in "causes".
Pluralization error: Some may mistakenly pronounce "causes" as if it were a singular form, saying "cause" with no "s" sound at the end. Tip: Ensure to articulate the "s" sound clearly at the end: /z/.
Overemphasis on the "s": Learners sometimes overemphasize the final "s", pronouncing it as /s/ instead of the correct /z/. Tip: Practice softening the "s" sound to /z/ for a smoother pronunciation.
Dropping the final syllable: Some may shorten "causes" to "cause" /kɔːz/ (UK) or /kɑːz/ (US), omitting the "es." Tip: Always include the final syllable to maintain the word's meaning and form.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "causes" in American English?

In American English, "causes" is pronounced as /ˈkɔːzɪz/. The first syllable has primary stress, and the second syllable is pronounced with a schwa sound, resembling "kaw-ziz."

What is the British pronunciation of "causes"?

In British English, "causes" is pronounced as /ˈkɔːzɪz/ as well. Both American and British pronunciations share the same phonetic structure, with the primary stress on the first syllable.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "causes"?

A common mistake is to mispronounce the second syllable, often saying "caus-es" instead of "causes." Remember that the second syllable should have a quick, unstressed sound, like "ziz."

How many syllables are in the word "causes"?

The word "causes" has two syllables: "cause" and "es." The first syllable contains the primary stress, while the second syllable is lighter and quicker.