How to Pronounce "oscar"
word
/ˈɔskɝ/
AW-skur
/ˈɒskə/
OS-kuh
Definition
The Oscar is a famous award given for achievement in the film industry. It can also refer to the gold statuette or, less commonly, a male first name.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɔskɝ/
British English
/ˈɒskə/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AW-skur
UK
OS-kuh
Listen in Context
She won an Oscar for best actress.
That movie got three Oscar nominations.
My uncle's name is Oscar.
Everyone thought the film would win an Oscar, but it went home empty-handed.