How to Pronounce "occurs"
word
/əˈkɝz/
uh-KURZ
/əkˈɜːz/
uh-KURZ
Definition
When something occurs, it happens or takes place, usually in a particular situation or at a certain time.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈkɝz/
British English
/əkˈɜːz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-KURZ
UK
uh-KURZ
Listen in Context
A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the sun and the earth.
The meeting occurs every Monday at 10 AM.
Rain often occurs in spring.
An idea suddenly occurs to me while I’m walking.