Vowel is pronounced VOW-əl (IPA /ˈvaʊəl/). Start with teeth on bottom lip for /v/, then open into 'ow'.
IPA: /ˈvaʊəl/
Syllables: VOW · əl
Common ESL mistake: Learners say 'wowel' confusing the /v/ at the start with /w/.
Tip: Start with teeth on bottom lip for /v/, then open into 'ow'.