how to pronounce ooh
/ˈu/
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the above transcription of ooh is a detailed (narrow) transcription according to the rules of the International Phonetic Association; you can find a description of each symbol by clicking the phoneme buttons in the secction below.
ooh is pronounced in one syllable
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An example use of ooh in a speech by a native speaker of american english:
“… of the world ooh I like this one …”
meanings of ooh
interjection:
- An expression of surprise.
- An expression of awe.
- A sound made to imitate a ghost.
- An expression of pain.
- An expression of affection.
noun:
- An exclamation of ooh.
verb:
- To exclaim ooh.
adjective:
- Out-of-home; pertaining to advertising that reaches the consumer outside of their home, such as billboards.
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