How to pronounce ouster
Say it like OW-ster. Ouster has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OW).
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- OW
- ster
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ouster pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- OWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- sterKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of ouster
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: OW-stuh.
What does ouster mean?
- Action by a cotenant that prevents another cotenant from enjoying the use of jointly owned property.
- The forceful removal of a politician or regime from power; a coup; an ousting.
- Someone who ousts.
- To oust.
Where does ouster come from?
From Old French ouster, oustre, a nominalization of Anglo-Norman oustre (“to oust”).
Questions about saying ouster
How do you pronounce ouster?
Say OW-ster. The American pronunciation is /ˈaʊstər/. In British English it is /ˈaʊstə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ouster?
Ouster has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OW). Broken into parts: OW · ster.
Is ouster 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 /ˈaʊstə/ (OW-stuh).