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sous

The correct spelling is sous.

How to pronounce sous

noun

IPA: /suːz/

Say it like: Sow-s

The correct spelling is sous. An old French copper coin equal to one twentieth of a livre or twelve deniers; one sou is to the livre as one shilling is to the pound. For example: "I do not care a sou for your excuses."

Usage Examples

I do not care a sou for your excuses.

I do not care a sou for your excuses.

I do not care a sou for your excuses.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.An old French copper coin equal to one twentieth of a livre or twelve deniers; one sou is to the livre as one shilling is to the pound.
  2. 2.Cent; pocket money.
  3. 3.A thing of the smallest value; a whit; a jot.
  4. 4.An old French copper coin equal to one twentieth of a livre or twelve deniers; one sou is to the livre as one shilling is to the pound.
  5. 5.Cent; pocket money.

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