How do you pronounce "aura"?

In American English: /ˈɔrə/ (AWR-uh). In British English: /ˈɔːɹə/ (AWR-uh). In Canadian English: /ˈɔrə/ (AWR-uh). In Australian English: /ˈɔːɹə/ (AWR-uh).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈɔrə/ (AWR-uh), while in British English it's /ˈɔːɹə/ (AWR-uh).

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aura

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/ˈɔrə/

AWR-uh

Syllable Breakdown

ɔrau·əra

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Last updated: 2026-02-12