How do you pronounce "ars"?

In American English: /ˈɑːɹz/ (AHRZ). In British English: /ˈɑːz/ (AHZ). In Canadian English: /ˈɑːɹz/ (AHRZ). In Australian English: /ˈɑːz/ (AHZ).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈɑːɹz/ (AHRZ), while in British English it's /ˈɑːz/ (AHZ).

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/ˈɑːɹz/

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Last updated: 2026-02-12