How to pronounce Asia in English

Asia is pronounced AY-zhə (IPA /ˈeɪʒə/). Two syllables — 'AY-zhuh' with a soft 'zh' in the middle.

IPA: /ˈeɪʒə/

Syllables: AY · zhə

Common ESL mistake: Learners say 'AY-see-uh' as three syllables with /s/.

Tip: Two syllables — 'AY-zhuh' with a soft 'zh' in the middle.

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