ü
IPA: [y]

German ü (Umlaut)

The ü is similar to French "u" — say "ee" while rounding your lips into a tight "oo" shape.

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English approximation
Say "ee" but tightly round your lips

Pronunciation tips

1.Position your tongue as for "ee"
2.Round your lips tightly as if saying "oo"
3.The combination creates a new sound: [y]
4.Similar to French "tu" or "du"

Example words — click to hear

Other German sounds

äöchscheiiest / spwrzeu / au