How do you pronounce "ark"?

In American English: /ˈɑːrk/ (AHRK). In British English: /ˈɑːk/ (AHK). In Canadian English: /ˈɑːrk/ (AHRK). In Australian English: /ˈɑːk/ (AHK).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈɑːrk/ (AHRK), while in British English it's /ˈɑːk/ (AHK).

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/ˈɑːrk/

AHRK

ɑːrkark

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Last updated: 2026-02-12