How to Pronounce "causes"
word
/ˈkɑzəz/
KAW-ziz
/kˈɔːzɪz/
KAW-ziz
Definition
As a noun, it means a reason why something happens. As a verb, it means to make something happen, especially something bad or noticeable.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkɑzəz/
British English
/kˈɔːzɪz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAW-ziz
UK
KAW-ziz
Listen in Context
Too much sugar causes tooth problems.
We do not know what causes the noise.
Stress causes headaches for some people.
I do not want to say anything that causes trouble.