How to Pronounce "ominous"
word
/ˈɑmənəs/
AHM-uh-nuhs
/ˈɒmɪnəs/
OM-i-nuhs
Definition
When something is 'ominous', it gives the feeling that something bad or dangerous will happen soon. It often describes signs, sounds, or atmospheres that seem threatening.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɑmənəs/
British English
/ˈɒmɪnəs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AHM-uh-nuhs
UK
OM-i-nuhs
Listen in Context
The ominous clouds made everyone hurry home.
She felt an ominous silence in the room.
There was an ominous warning on the sign.
His ominous words stayed in my mind all day.