How do you pronounce "aunt"?

In American English: /ˈænt/ (ANT). In British English: /ˈɑːnt/ (AHNT). In Canadian English: /ˈænt/ (ANT). In Australian English: /ˈant/ (ANT).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈænt/ (ANT), while in British English it's /ˈɑːnt/ (AHNT).

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Last updated: 2026-02-12