How do you pronounce "art"?

In American English: /ˈɑːrt/ (AHRT). In British English: /ˈɑːt/ (AHT). In Canadian English: /ˈɑːrt/ (AHRT). In Australian English: /ˈɑːt/ (AHT).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈɑːrt/ (AHRT), while in British English it's /ˈɑːt/ (AHT).

regional

/ˈɑːrt/

AHRT

ɑːrtart

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Last updated: 2026-02-12