How to Pronounce "nous"
word
ˈnus
NOOS
nˈuːz
NOOZ
Definition
'Nous' is a formal word for common sense, good judgment, or practical intelligence. In philosophy, it can also mean the mind or intellect.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnus
British English
nˈuːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NOOS
UK
NOOZ
Listen in Context
He has a lot of nous when it comes to fixing things.
It takes nous to solve this problem.
Her nous impressed the interviewers.
You need a bit of nous to get through city life.