How to Pronounce "rouse"
word
ˈɹaʊs/, /ˈɹaʊz
ROWZ
ɹˈaʊz
ROWZ
Definition
To wake someone up from sleep or to make someone feel active, excited, or emotionally stirred.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹaʊs/, /ˈɹaʊz
British English
ɹˈaʊz
Simplified Pronunciation
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Listen in Context
The loud noise roused him from sleep.
She tried to rouse the children for school.
The coach's speech roused the team.
Nothing seemed to rouse her interest during the meeting.