How do you pronounce "acorn"?

In American English: /ˈeɪkɔrn/ (AYK-awrn). In British English: /ˈeɪkɔːn/ (AYK-awn). In Canadian English: /ˈeɪkɔrn/ (AYK-awrn). In Australian English: /ˈeɪkɔːn/ (AYK-awn).

Is "acorn" pronounced differently in American and British English?

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈeɪkɔrn/ (AYK-awrn), while in British English it's /ˈeɪkɔːn/ (AYK-awn).

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acorn

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/ˈeɪkɔrn/

AYK-awrn

Syllable Breakdown

eɪkac·ɔrnorn

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Last updated: 2026-02-12