How do you pronounce "around"?

In American English: /ɝˈaʊnd/ (ur-OWND). In British English: /əɹˈaʊnd/ (uhr-OWND). In Canadian English: /ɝˈaʊnd/ (ur-OWND). In Australian English: /ɐɹˈaʊnd/ (ⱯR).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ɝˈaʊnd/ (ur-OWND), while in British English it's /əɹˈaʊnd/ (uhr-OWND).

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/ɝˈaʊnd/

ur-OWND

Syllable Breakdown

ɝaro·aʊndund

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Last updated: 2026-02-12