How to Pronounce "sourpuss"
word
ˈsaʊɚˌpʊs
SOW-er-pus
sˈaʊəpʊs
SOW-uh-pus
Definition
A 'sourpuss' is a person who is always grumpy, unhappy, or complaining, especially in a childish way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsaʊɚˌpʊs
British English
sˈaʊəpʊs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SOW-er-pus
UK
SOW-uh-pus
Listen in Context
Don't be a sourpuss—come play with us!
My little brother is a real sourpuss in the morning.
Why the sourpuss face today?
Cheer up, sourpuss! It’s not the end of the world.