How to Pronounce "woes"
word
ˈwoʊz
WOHZ
wˈəʊz
WUHZ
Definition
Serious problems, troubles, or sadness, often used to talk about difficulties in life or situations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwoʊz
British English
wˈəʊz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WOHZ
UK
WUHZ
Listen in Context
The country faced many woes after the storm.
He talked about his financial woes.
The team tried to overcome its woes and win the game.
She joked that chocolate helps with life's woes.