How do you pronounce "airy"?

In American English: /ˈɛri/ (EHR-ee). In British English: /ˈɛəɹi/ (EH-uhr-ee). In Canadian English: /ˈɛri/ (EHR-ee). In Australian English: /ˈeəɹi/ (EH-uhr-ee).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈɛri/ (EHR-ee), while in British English it's /ˈɛəɹi/ (EH-uhr-ee).

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airy

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/ˈɛri/

EHR-ee

Syllable Breakdown

ɛrai·iry

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Last updated: 2026-02-12