How to pronounce oeuf
Say it like URF. Oeuf is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- URF
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Oeuf pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- URFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of oeuf
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: URF.
What does oeuf mean?
- An egg.
Where does oeuf come from?
Borrowed from French œuf.
Words that rhyme with oeuf
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of oeuf.
Questions about saying oeuf
How do you pronounce oeuf?
Say URF. The American pronunciation is /ɝf/. In British English it is /ɜːf/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in oeuf?
Oeuf is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: URF.
Is oeuf pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ɜːf/ (URF).