How do you pronounce "asks"?

In American English: /ˈæsks/ (ASKS). In British English: /ˈɑːsks/ (AHSKS). In Canadian English: /ˈæsks/ (ASKS). In Australian English: /ˈasks/ (ASKS).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈæsks/ (ASKS), while in British English it's /ˈɑːsks/ (AHSKS).

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ASKS

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Last updated: 2026-02-12