How to Pronounce oud

CEFR level: A1

English: old

Say it like owt

Phonetic breakdown

'ou' = 'ow'; final 'd' devoices to 't'.

Common mistake

'ou' = 'ow' + devoiced 'd': 'owt'.

Usage tip

'oud' = old; opposite 'nieuw'.

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