How to Pronounce "ounces"
word
/ˈaʊnsəz/
OWN-siz
/ˈaʊnsɪz/
OWN-siz
Definition
An ounce is a unit of weight commonly used in the US, equal to about 28.35 grams. It is also used for measuring liquids, especially in cooking and with bottles.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈaʊnsəz/
British English
/ˈaʊnsɪz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OWN-siz
UK
OWN-siz
Listen in Context
The recipe calls for eight ounces of cheese.
She drank twelve ounces of water.
This bottle contains sixteen ounces of juice.
I only need a couple of ounces for this recipe.