How to pronounce odden
Say it like OD-un. Odden has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OD).
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US American/ˈɑdən/OD-un
UK British/ˈɒdən/OD-un
- OD
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Odden pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ODSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of odden
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: OD-un.
What does odden mean?
verb
- To make or become odd (all senses)
Where does odden come from?
From odd + -en (verbal ending).
Questions about saying odden
How do you pronounce odden?
Say OD-un. The American pronunciation is /ˈɑdən/. In British English it is /ˈɒdən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in odden?
Odden has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OD). Broken into parts: OD · un.
Is odden pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈɒdən/ (OD-un).