How to Pronounce "root cause"
expression
ˈɹut/ /ˈkɑz/, /ˈkɔz
ROOT kawz
ɹˈuːt/ /kˈɔːz
ROOT kawz
Definition
The main or original reason why a problem or situation happens, not just its immediate symptoms.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹut/ /ˈkɑz/, /ˈkɔz
British English
ɹˈuːt/ /kˈɔːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ROOT kawz
UK
ROOT kawz
Listen in Context
We must find the root cause of the problem.
The root cause of the fire was a broken wire.
Doctors looked for the root cause of her illness.
Let's address the root cause instead of just fixing the surface issue.