How to pronounce ouzo
Say it like OO-zoh. Ouzo has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OO).
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US American/ˈuzoʊ/OO-zoh
UK British/ˈuːzəʊ/OO-zoh
- OO
- zoh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ouzo 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.
- zohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of ouzo
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: OO-zoh.
What does ouzo mean?
noun
- An anise-flavored aperitif, originating in Greece.
- A serving of this drink.
Questions about saying ouzo
How do you pronounce ouzo?
Say OO-zoh. The American pronunciation is /ˈuzoʊ/. In British English it is /ˈuːzəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ouzo?
Ouzo has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OO). Broken into parts: OO · zoh.
Is ouzo 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 /ˈuːzəʊ/ (OO-zoh).