How do you pronounce "cousin"?

In American English: /ˈkʌzən/ (KUHZ-uhn). In British English: /kˈɐzən/ (K). In Canadian English: /ˈkʌzən/ (KUHZ-uhn). In Australian English: /kˈʌzən/ (K-uhz).

Is "cousin" pronounced differently in American and British English?

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkʌzən/ (KUHZ-uhn), while in British English it's /kˈɐzən/ (K).

How to Pronounce "cousin"

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cousin

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/ˈkʌzən/

KUHZ-uhn

Syllable Breakdown

kʌzcou·ənsin

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