How to Pronounce "customs"
word
/ˈkəstəmz/
KUH-stuhmz
/kˈʌstəmz/
KUH-stuhmz
Definition
Customs can mean the government service that checks bags and goods when people enter a country, or the traditional ways of behaving in a society or culture.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkəstəmz/
British English
/kˈʌstəmz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KUH-stuhmz
UK
KUH-stuhmz
Listen in Context
We waited in line at customs for thirty minutes.
You must show your passport at customs.
It is important to respect local customs when you travel.
I got pulled aside at customs because of the food in my bag.