How to pronounce uzi
Say it like OO-zee. Uzi has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OO).
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- OO
- zee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Uzi 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.
- zeeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of uzi
American and British speakers say uzi in essentially the same way: /ˈuzi/ in the US and /ˈuːzi/ in the UK.
British respelling: OO-zee.
What does uzi mean?
- A type of compact submachine gun, having a caliber of 9 millimeters with ammunition housed in the grip of the weapon.
Where does uzi come from?
Named after Uziel Gal (1923–2002), the Israeli army officer who designed it.
Words that rhyme with uzi
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of uzi.
Questions about saying uzi
How do you pronounce uzi?
Say OO-zee. The American pronunciation is /ˈuzi/. In British English it is /ˈuːzi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in uzi?
Uzi has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OO). Broken into parts: OO · zee.
Do Americans and Brits say uzi the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈuzi/ and the British form is /ˈuːzi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.