How to Pronounce "versus"
word
/ˈvɝsəs/
VUR-suhs
/vˈɜːsɪz/
VUR-siz
Definition
A word used to show that two people, teams, ideas, or options are being compared or are in opposition. It is common in sports, law, titles, and discussions of one thing against another.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈvɝsəs/
British English
/vˈɜːsɪz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
VUR-suhs
UK
VUR-siz
Listen in Context
Tonight is Brazil versus Argentina.
The chart shows city life versus country life.
Our next game is Tigers versus Eagles.
I watched a video about working from home versus working in an office.