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How to Pronounce Australia
oz-TRAY-lee-uh
/ɒˈstreɪliə/
Syllable Breakdown
ozTRAYleeuh
Aussies say it with the 'o' in 'odd' — oz-TRAY-lee-uh, not aw-STRAY-lee-uh
Common Mistakes
AW-stray-lee-uhoss-TRAY-lee-uh
Fun Fact About the Name
Australia call themselves the 'Socceroos' — a blend of soccer and kangaroo. Their national team badge literally features a kangaroo.
Australia at World Cup 2026
Australia competes in the AFC confederation.
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