How to Pronounce Onsen

To pronounce "onsen", say ONS-en — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

5

Letters

ONS-en

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💡 Tip for remembering “onsen”

"onsen" has 2 syllables: ons-en.

What does onsen mean?

noun

  1. A (Japanese) hot spring.

    “The hottest springs in Japan aren't in the north but at the Obama Onsen outside Nagasaki.”

  2. A Japanese-style resort hotel at a natural hot spring, offering on-site bathing.

    “We stayed at a traditional onsen with tatami, yukata, and kaiseki at Onyang outside Seoul.”

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "onsen"?▾

"Onsen" has 2 syllables: ons · en.

What does "onsen" mean?▾

Onsen: A (Japanese) hot spring.

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