How to pronounce Ocean in English

Ocean is pronounced OH-shən (IPA /ˈoʊʃən/). The 'c' is /ʃ/ — say 'OH-shun' in two beats.

IPA: /ˈoʊʃən/

Syllables: OH · shən

Common ESL mistake: Learners say 'oh-see-an' as three syllables or use /s/ for the 'c'.

Tip: The 'c' is /ʃ/ — say 'OH-shun' in two beats.

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