How to pronounce outta
Say it like OO-tuh. Outta has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OO).
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- OO
- tuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Outta pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- OOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of outta
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: OO-tuh.
Other ways to say outta
Outta also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- OW-tuh /ˈaʊtə/
What does outta mean?
- Out of.“I'm outta here!”
Questions about saying outta
How do you pronounce outta?
Say OO-tuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈutə/. In British English it is /ˈuːtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in outta?
Outta has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OO). Broken into parts: OO · tuh.
Is outta pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈuːtə/ (OO-tuh).