How to Pronounce "once"
word
/ˈwəns/
WUNS
/wˈɒns/
WONS
Definition
At one time in the past or on one occasion. It can also mean 'as soon as' or 'when' in some contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈwəns/
British English
/wˈɒns/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WUNS
UK
WONS
Listen in Context
I saw him once in the park.
You only need to press this button once.
She told me this story once before.
Once you finish your homework, you can watch TV.