How to pronounce awesome

Say it like this: /ˈoːsəm/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ˈoːsəm/

What does awesome mean?

adjCausing awe or terror; inspiring wonder or excitement.

“The tsunami was awesome in its destructive power.”

Excellent, exciting, remarkable.

“That was awesome!”

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