Ominous is a word that can be tricky for non-native English speakers to pronounce correctly. To get it right, you'll want to break the word down into two distinct syllables: "uh-MIN-uhs".

The first syllable, "uh-MIN", is a short, drawn out sound that should be pronounced with an "uh" sound, followed by a slightly more pronounced "min" sound. Remember to keep the sound relatively short and consistent.

The second syllable, "uhs", is the most important part of the word. It should be pronounced with a longer, more drawn out sound, starting with an "uh" sound and ending with an "s" sound. Make sure to stress the "s" sound at the end to ensure that the word is pronounced correctly.

When pronouncing this word, keep in mind that it should sound fairly dark and foreboding. It should roll off the tongue with a soft, yet slightly menacing sound.

When you've practiced the word a few times and feel confident, try saying it in a sentence to get a better feel for how it should sound. For example, "The sky was an ominous shade of grey."

By breaking the word down into its two distinct syllables and practicing it a few times, you'll soon be able to confidently and correctly pronounce the word ominous.