The correct pronunciation of “coup” is “koo.” It is a noun that refers to a sudden, violent overthrow of a government. The word comes from the French word “coup d’tat,” which means “stroke of state.”
Coups are often carried out by military officers, but they can also be led by civilians. Coups can be successful or unsuccessful. If a coup is successful, the leaders of the old government are removed from power and replaced by the leaders of the new government. If a coup is unsuccessful, the leaders of the old government remain in power and the leaders of the coup are arrested or killed.
