How to Pronounce "louse"
word
/ˈɫaʊs/
LOWSS
/lˈaʊs/
LOWSS
Definition
A small parasitic insect that lives on the skin or hair of humans and animals and feeds on their blood. The word "louse" can also informally mean a mean or unpleasant person.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫaʊs/
British English
/lˈaʊs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LOWSS
UK
LOWSS
Listen in Context
A louse can cause itching on your scalp.
Teachers checked for louse in the children's hair.
The scientist studied the louse under a microscope.
Turns out I had a single louse in my hair—no wonder it was itching so much!