How to Pronounce "ow"
word
/ˈaʊ/
ow
/ˈəʊ/
oh
Definition
An exclamation you say when something hurts suddenly. It is a quick, natural sound people make in response to pain.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈaʊ/
British English
/ˈəʊ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ow
UK
oh
Listen in Context
Ow! I hit my hand on the table.
Ow, my foot hurts.
She said, "Ow! That is hot!"
Ow, watch it — you stepped on my toe.