How to pronounce oppa
Say it like OH-puh. Oppa has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OH).
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- OH
- puh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Oppa pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- OHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- puhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of oppa
American and British speakers say oppa in essentially the same way: /ˈoʊpə/ in the US and /ˈɒpə/ in the UK.
British respelling: OP-uh.
What does oppa mean?
- An affectionate term of address for an older brother or somewhat older man.
- A male idol revered by a younger female fan.
Where does oppa come from?
Borrowed from Korean 오빠 (oppa, “elder brother or close elder male friend (of a female)”).
Words that rhyme with oppa
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of oppa.
Questions about saying oppa
How do you pronounce oppa?
Say OH-puh. The American pronunciation is /ˈoʊpə/. In British English it is /ˈɒpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in oppa?
Oppa has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OH). Broken into parts: OH · puh.
Do Americans and Brits say oppa the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈoʊpə/ and the British form is /ˈɒpə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.