oy
Vowel teams
The oy sound in English: /ɔɪ/
IPA: /ɔɪ/ · Closest Arabic sound: ضمة + ياء (أُوي) (أوي)
How to say it
The oy sound explained
oy says 'oy' and comes at the end of words: boy, toy, joy.
Vowel teams: Two vowels together make one long sound, such as ee, ai and oa.
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Words with oy
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Tip for parents and teachers
The boy plays with his toy with joy.
Frequently asked questions
How do I pronounce oy in English?
oy says 'oy' and comes at the end of words: boy, toy, joy. The sound is /ɔɪ/, closest to the Arabic ضمة + ياء (أُوي).
Which words have oy?
Boy (ولد), Toy (لعبة), Joy (فرح), Enjoy (يستمتع), Cowboy (راعي بقر), Royal (ملكي).
What is the difference between a digraph and a blend?
In a digraph (like sh and ch) the two letters make one new sound; in a blend (like st and bl) each letter keeps its own sound and they are said quickly one after the other.
Vowel teams