English Word · Intermediate
owie
A painful but minor injury
Pronunciation: /ˈaʊ(w)iː/
Meaning
A painful but minor injury.
Example
If it's an "owie" that has the child upset, check him from head to toe for injuries.
If it's an "owie" that has the child upset, check him from head to toe for injuries.
Practice tips
- Practice owie out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.