German eu/äu

/ɔʏ/

Accent-Specific Coaching

For American Speakers

Very close to English 'oy' in 'boy' — but German starts slightly more rounded and ends more fronted. Say 'boy' with tighter lip rounding at the start. The difference is subtle enough that using your English 'oy' will be understood, but the refined version starts from a rounder 'aw' and glides to a fronted position.

For British Speakers

RP 'oy' is very close. Slightly more rounding at the start and more fronted endpoint.

For Australian / NZ Speakers

Your Australian 'oy' in 'boy' is close. Add slightly more lip rounding at the start. The adjustment is small.

For Irish Speakers

Close to your 'oy'. Add rounding at the start.

For Scottish Speakers

Close to your 'oy'. Slightly more rounded start, more fronted end.

For Indian Speakers

Your 'oy' in 'boy' is the bridge. German version starts with slightly more lip rounding. The difference is subtle — your English 'oy' will be understood.

For South African Speakers

Close to your 'oy'. Slightly rounder start.

For Nigerian / W. African Speakers

Your 'oy' in 'boy' is the starting point. German eu/äu starts with a rounder 'aw' quality and glides to a fronted position. The difference from English 'oy' is subtle.