How do you pronounce "arse"?

In American English: /ˈɑːrs/ (AHRS). In British English: /ˈɑːs/ (AHS). In Canadian English: /ˈɑːrs/ (AHRS). In Australian English: /ˈɑːs/ (AHS).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈɑːrs/ (AHRS), while in British English it's /ˈɑːs/ (AHS).

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/ˈɑːrs/

AHRS

ɑːrsarse

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Last updated: 2026-02-12