How to pronounce ouji
Say it like OH-jee. Ouji has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OH).
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- OH
- jee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ouji 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.
- jeeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of ouji
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: OH-jee.
What does ouji mean?
- A masculine fashion style originating in Japan, based on Victorian and Edwardian clothing styles.
Words that rhyme with ouji
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ouji.
Questions about saying ouji
How do you pronounce ouji?
Say OH-jee. The American pronunciation is /ˈoʊdʒi/. In British English it is /ˈəʊdʒi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ouji?
Ouji has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OH). Broken into parts: OH · jee.
Is ouji pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈəʊdʒi/ (OH-jee).