How to Pronounce "noose"
word
/ˈnus/
noos
/nˈuːs/
noos
Definition
A noose is a loop at the end of a rope that tightens when pulled, often used for catching animals or as part of a hanging.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈnus/
British English
/nˈuːs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
noos
UK
noos
Listen in Context
The cowboy made a noose to catch the stray horse.
A noose tightens when you pull on the rope.
He drew a picture of a noose in his notebook.
Falling into the hunter's noose meant certain capture for the animal.