How do you pronounce "acres"?

In American English: /ˈeɪkɝz/ (AYK-urz). In British English: /ˈeɪkəz/ (AYK-uhz). In Canadian English: /ˈeɪkɝz/ (AYK-urz). In Australian English: /ˈeɪkəz/ (AYK-uhz).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈeɪkɝz/ (AYK-urz), while in British English it's /ˈeɪkəz/ (AYK-uhz).

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acres

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/ˈeɪkɝz/

AYK-urz

Syllable Breakdown

eɪkac·ɝzres

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Last updated: 2026-02-12