How Do You Spell OUT GOURD?
Pronunciation: [ˈa͡ʊt ɡˈʊ͡əd] (IPA) 
The spelling of "out gourd" may seem confusing at first glance, but it can be broken down phonetically as /aʊt ɡɔrd/. The first syllable, "out," is pronounced like the word "out" with a diphthong /aʊ/. The second syllable, "gourd," is pronounced with a harder "g" sound as /ɡɔrd/. Together, these sounds form the unusual spelling of "out gourd." The word "gourd" typically refers to a fleshy fruit used for decoration or as a container for food or drink.
