How to Pronounce "coughs"
word
/ˈkɔfs/
kawfs
/kˈɒfz/
kofz
Definition
The act of suddenly forcing air out of the lungs with a sharp sound, often because of illness or irritation. "Coughs" is the plural of "cough" or the third person singular present tense of the verb.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkɔfs/
British English
/kˈɒfz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kawfs
UK
kofz
Listen in Context
She coughs loudly during class.
My brother coughs all night.
He always coughs when the air is dusty.
The doctor asked how often she coughs at night.