oi
PronouncedOY
/ˈɔɪ/noun
intjA loud call used to get someone's attention.
intjA friendly greeting, like saying hello.
intjA shout showing surprise or shock.
Syllables
oi
1 syllable
Letters
Phonics breakdown
oi
Phonics Rule: OI Diphthong
Sound“oy”·/ɔɪ/
OI makes the “oy” sound in the middle of a word, like in 'oil' and 'coin'.
A diphthong is a vowel sound that glides from one sound to another. OI glides from “aw” to “ih”. Use OI in the middle of a word and OY at the end.
Tip
OI in the middle — coin and point!
Examples
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