How to Pronounce "otherwise"
word
/ˈəðɝˌwaɪz/
UH-thur-wyz
/ˈʌðəwˌaɪz/
UH-thuh-wyz
Definition
Used to show what will happen if something does not happen, meaning 'if not'. It can also mean 'in a different way' or 'apart from that' depending on the context.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈəðɝˌwaɪz/
British English
/ˈʌðəwˌaɪz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
UH-thur-wyz
UK
UH-thuh-wyz
Listen in Context
Wear a coat; otherwise, you'll be cold.
I don't know how to do it otherwise.
The movie was slow, but otherwise it was good.
We need to leave now; otherwise, we're going to miss the flight.