How to Pronounce "oysters"
word
/ˈɔɪstɝz/
OY-sturz
/ˈɔɪstəz/
OY-stuhz
Definition
Oysters are soft, edible sea animals with a rough shell, often eaten raw or cooked as seafood. Some oysters also produce pearls.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɔɪstɝz/
British English
/ˈɔɪstəz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OY-sturz
UK
OY-stuhz
Listen in Context
I have never eaten oysters before.
Oysters are often served raw with lemon.
Some oysters can make pearls inside their shells.
We shared a dozen oysters at the seafood bar last night.