The word "wow" is pronounced as /waʊ/ in English.
The phonetic transcription /waʊ/ signifies that the "w" is pronounced as a voiced labiovelar approximant, similar to the "w" sound in the word "well". The "o" is pronounced as a diphthong, starting with an open-mid back rounded vowel sound (/o/) and transitioning into a glide, /ʊ/, similar to the "oo" sound in the word "book".
When pronounced, "wow" is a one-syllable word that is often used as an exclamation to express surprise, excitement, or admiration. It is commonly used to convey a sense of awe or astonishment. The pronunciation is relatively simple and straightforward, making it easy to use in everyday conversations.