How to Pronounce "Ukulele"

Ukulele is pronounced. Click the audio button to hear it in American, British, and Australian English.

Ukulele is considered moderately difficult to pronounce in English.

How to Say "Ukulele"

🗣️ Step by Step

You say 'you' like the letter U, then 'koo' as in 'kook', followed by 'lay' like the verb to lay something down. Put it all together: 'you-koo-lay'.

⚠️ Common Mistake

Many people incorrectly pronounce it as 'yook-uh-lee' instead of the correct 'you-koo-lay'.

💬 Example

She picked up her ukulele and started playing a cheerful song.

Ukulele is pronounced. Click the audio button above to hear the correct pronunciation in American, British, and Australian English.

Ukulele is considered moderately difficult to pronounce.