How to Pronounce "cause a stir"
expression
ˈkɑz/, /ˈkɔz/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈstɝ
KAWZ uh STUR
kˈɔːz/ /æɪ/ /stˈɜː
KAWZ uh STUR
Definition
To do or say something that gets a lot of attention, excitement, or surprise from other people.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɑz/, /ˈkɔz/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈstɝ
British English
kˈɔːz/ /æɪ/ /stˈɜː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAWZ uh STUR
UK
KAWZ uh STUR
Listen in Context
The new rule caused a stir at school.
Her dress caused a stir at the party.
The announcement caused a stir in the office.
He knew his comments would cause a stir on social media.