How to Pronounce "fuses"
word
ˈfjuzəz/, /ˈfjuzɪz
FYO0O-ziz
fjˈuːzɪz
fYOO-ziz
Definition
'Fuses' can mean (1) plural of 'fuse', a small device that breaks an electrical circuit if the current is too high, or (2) the third person singular of 'fuse' (verb), which means to join or blend things together, usually by melting.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfjuzəz/, /ˈfjuzɪz
British English
fjˈuːzɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FYO0O-ziz
UK
fYOO-ziz
Listen in Context
The electrician replaced the blown fuses in the house.
Many old cars still use glass fuses.
If too many appliances are on, the fuses might blow.
Glass and metal easily fuse together when heated.