IPA: [ø]

German ö (Umlaut)

The ö sound has no equivalent in English. It is made by saying "e" while rounding your lips as if saying "o".

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English approximation

Say "e" but round your lips into an "o" shape

Pronunciation tips

1.Start with your mouth in "e" position

2.Round your lips forward without moving your tongue

3.It is like French "eu" in "feu" or "bleu"

4.Practice: say "e" then slowly round your lips