To pronounce "oy", say OY — one syllable, IPA /ɔɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ɔɪ/
IPA
"oy" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with coy and employ, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: oi, oie, oye — easy to mix up when writing.
interjection
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"Oy" has one syllable.
The IPA transcription of "oy" is /ɔɪ/.
Oy: An exclamation typically expressing mild frustration or expressing feelings of uncertainty or concern.
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