How to Pronounce Wagyu

To pronounce "wagyu", say WAGY-u — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈwæɡ.juː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

wagyu

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈwæɡ.juː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “wagyu”

"wagyu" has 2 syllables: wagy-u.

What does wagyu mean?

noun

  1. Any of several Japanese breeds of cattle genetically predisposed to intense marbling and to producing a high percentage of oleaginous unsaturated fat.

Synonyms

Kobe

Related words

wanguswashugyubeefbrangusbulllimousin

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "wagyu"?▾

"Wagyu" has 2 syllables: wagy · u.

What is the IPA transcription of "wagyu"?▾

The IPA transcription of "wagyu" is /ˈwæɡ.juː/.

What does "wagyu" mean?▾

Wagyu: Any of several Japanese breeds of cattle genetically predisposed to intense marbling and to producing a high percentage of oleaginous unsaturated fat.

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