How to Pronounce Emoji

To pronounce "emoji", say EM-oj-i — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪˈməʊdʒi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ɪˈməʊdʒi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “emoji”

"emoji" has 3 syllables: em-oj-i.

What does emoji mean?

noun

  1. A digital graphic icon with a unique code point used to represent a concept or object, originally used in Japanese text messaging but since adopted internationally in other contexts such as social media.

Related words

emoticonemoteemojificationreactionemotagkaomojihashflag

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "emoji"?▾

"Emoji" has 3 syllables: em · oj · i.

What is the IPA transcription of "emoji"?▾

The IPA transcription of "emoji" is /ɪˈməʊdʒi/.

What does "emoji" mean?▾

Emoji: A digital graphic icon with a unique code point used to represent a concept or object, originally used in Japanese text messaging but since adopted internationally in other contexts such as social media.

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