How to Pronounce "oeuvres"
word
/ˈɝv/
urv
/ˈɜːvɹɐ/
UR-vruh
Definition
'Oeuvres' refers to the works of an artist, writer, or composer, often meaning all their works as a whole. The word is borrowed from French and is often used in formal or academic contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɝv/
British English
/ˈɜːvɹɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
urv
UK
UR-vruh
Listen in Context
The museum displayed the artist's most famous oeuvres.
She wrote several oeuvres during her career.
His complete oeuvres were published last year.
Fans often debate which of the director's oeuvres is the best.