How to Pronounce "suss out"
expression
ˈsəs/ /ˈaʊt
SUHS-out
sˈʌs/ /ˈaʊt
SUSS-out
Definition
To figure something out or understand it, often by observing or investigating. Commonly used when solving a problem or revealing the truth about something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsəs/ /ˈaʊt
British English
sˈʌs/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SUHS-out
UK
SUSS-out
Listen in Context
Can you suss out what’s wrong with my computer?
It took me a while to suss out the meaning of that sign.
The teacher quickly sussed out who was cheating.
I can’t suss out if he’s telling the truth or just joking.