How to Pronounce "cootie"
word
ˈkuːti
KOO-tee
kˈuːti
KOO-tee
Definition
A childish term for an imaginary germ or bug, often used in playground games. Sometimes used to refer to head lice.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkuːti
British English
kˈuːti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOO-tee
UK
KOO-tee
Listen in Context
He says girls have cooties.
Don't touch me, you have cooties!
The kids pretend to give each other cooties during recess.
Relax, there's no such thing as cooties.