How to Pronounce "blues"
word
/ˈbɫuz/
blooz
/blˈuːz/
blooz
Definition
The blues can mean a feeling of sadness or low mood, especially in the phrase 'have the blues'. It also refers to a style of music that began in African American communities and strongly influenced jazz, rock, and other genres.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbɫuz/
British English
/blˈuːz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
blooz
UK
blooz
Listen in Context
He has the blues today.
My dad loves blues music.
Rainy days give me the blues.
I've had the blues ever since summer ended.