News pronunciation

The pronunciation of "news" is a common source of debate. Here are the most widely accepted pronunciations:

1. /njuːz/ (NOOZ): This is the most common pronunciation in American English. The stress is on the first syllable, and the "u" is pronounced like in "new".
2. /njuːs/ (NOOS): This is a common pronunciation in British English. The stress is on the first syllable, and the "u" is pronounced like in "use".
3. /njuːzɪz/ (NOO-ziz): This is a less common pronunciation, often used in informal settings or in certain regional accents.

It's worth noting that the pronunciation of "news" can vary depending on the context and the speaker's accent. However, the /njuːz/ (NOOZ) pronunciation is generally considered the most widely accepted and neutral pronunciation.

Here are some examples of words that are often pronounced similarly to "news":

• New (as in "new book")
• Newt (a type of salamander)
• Newish (a colloquialism meaning "relatively new")
• Newsy (a colloquialism meaning "related to news")

I hope this helps clarify the pronunciation of "news"!