How to Pronounce "onion"
word
/ˈənjən/
UHN-yuhn
/ˈʌniən/
UHN-yuhn
Definition
A round vegetable with layers that is often used in cooking and has a strong flavor and smell. It usually makes your eyes water when you cut it.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈənjən/
British English
/ˈʌniən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
UHN-yuhn
UK
UHN-yuhn
Listen in Context
I always put onion in my salad.
Please cut the onion into small pieces.
The soup has a strong onion flavor.
Be careful—chopping onion can make your eyes water.