How do you pronounce "ar"?

In American English: /ˈɑːr/ (AHR). In British English: /ˈɑː/ (AH). In Canadian English: /ˈɑːr/ (AHR). In Australian English: /ˈɑː/ (AH).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈɑːr/ (AHR), while in British English it's /ˈɑː/ (AH).

regional

/ˈɑːr/

AHR

ɑːrar

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Last updated: 2026-02-12