Yes, “ou” and “ow” can make the same sound in some words — the /ou/ sound, like in “out” and “cow”. ⸻ 🔊 Sound: /ou/ (like in “ouch!”) ✅ “ou” words: • out • shout • house • mouse • cloud ✅ “ow” words: • cow • now • down • brown • flower ⸻ 🎯 Helpful Tip: Both “ou” and “ow” usually make the /ou/ sound, but: • “ou” is more common in the middle of words. • “ow” often comes at the end of words or before n/l. | Genius Phonics and Grammar Classes