How to pronounce ufo
Say it like yoo-ef-OH. Ufo has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (OH).
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- yoo
- ef
- OH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ufo pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- yooGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- efGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- OHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of ufo
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: yoo-ef-OH.
What does ufo mean?
- A UFO.
Where does ufo come from?
Reading of UFO as a word in its own right.
Words that rhyme with ufo
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ufo.
Questions about saying ufo
How do you pronounce ufo?
Say yoo-ef-OH. The American pronunciation is /ˌjuˌɛˈfoʊ/. In British English it is /ˌjuːˌɛˈfəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ufo?
Ufo has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (OH). Broken into parts: yoo · ef · OH.
Is ufo 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 /ˌjuːˌɛˈfəʊ/ (yoo-ef-OH).