How to Pronounce "odious"
word
ˈoʊdiəs
OH-dee-uhs
ˈəʊdɪəs
OH-dee-uhs
Definition
Extremely unpleasant, hateful, or causing strong dislike and disgust.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊdiəs
British English
ˈəʊdɪəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-dee-uhs
UK
OH-dee-uhs
Listen in Context
Everyone agreed that the smell was odious.
His odious behavior shocked his friends.
Lying to your friends is an odious thing to do.
I can't believe she got away with such an odious act.