How to pronounce because
conjunction For the reason that follows.
Written sound guide
bihKAWZ
Nora’s AI voice uses natural Indian English. Written guides are approximate and may differ from Nora’s pronunciation. CAPITAL letters mark the strongest syllable.
Find the sounds
Break it down.
Give KAWZ the strongest beat
Put the stronger beat on the second syllable. End with z, with your voice switched on.
01bihLighter beat
02KAWZStrongest beat
Say it in context
Try a whole sentence.
“I took the bus because it was raining.”Your turn
A little out-loud practice.
- 1
Say because slowly. Give KAWZ the strongest beat.
- 2
Read the example sentence at a comfortable pace.
- 3
Look away from the screen. Make your own sentence with because.
What should I check?
Put the stronger beat on the second syllable. End with z, with your voice switched on. Focus on one small adjustment, then try again. This is self-guided practice; the page does not record or score your voice.
