coughs

[US]/kɒfs/
[UK]/kɔːfs/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.third person singular of cough; to expel air from the lungs suddenly with a harsh noise; to make a sudden, loud noise

Phrases & Collocations

coughs loudly

coughs persistently

coughs frequently

coughs gently

coughs uncontrollably

coughs softly

coughs at night

coughs in public

coughs during exercise

coughs with cold

Example Sentences

he coughs when he has a cold.

she coughs loudly during the meeting.

the doctor says he coughs too much.

when he coughs, everyone looks at him.

she coughs because of the dust in the air.

he coughs every morning from allergies.

when she coughs, she covers her mouth.

the child coughs and needs some water.

he coughs after running for too long.

she coughs softly to get attention.

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