How to Pronounce "ogres"
word
ˈoʊɡɝ
OH-gerz
ˈəʊɡəz
OH-guhz
Definition
Ogres are large, frightening, imaginary monsters, often appearing in fairy tales and folklore. They are usually shown as ugly, mean creatures that might hurt or eat people.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊɡɝ
British English
ˈəʊɡəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-gerz
UK
OH-guhz
Listen in Context
In the story, three ogres live in a dark forest.
Children are afraid of ogres in fairy tales.
Ogres are usually strong but not very smart.
People say the old landlord was like one of those ogres from the stories.