How do you pronounce "apron"?

In American English: /ˈeɪprən/ (AYPR-uhn). In British English: /ˈeɪpɹən/ (AYPR-uhn). In Canadian English: /ˈeɪprən/ (AYPR-uhn). In Australian English: /ˈeɪpɹən/ (AYPR-uhn).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈeɪprən/ (AYPR-uhn), while in British English it's /ˈeɪpɹən/ (AYPR-uhn).

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/ˈeɪprən/

AYPR-uhn

Syllable Breakdown

eɪprap·ənron

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Last updated: 2026-02-12