How do you pronounce "aw"?

In American English: /ˈɔ/ (AW). In British English: /ˈɔː/ (AW). In Canadian English: /ˈɔ/ (AW). In Australian English: /ˈɔː/ (AW).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈɔ/ (AW), while in British English it's /ˈɔː/ (AW).

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/ˈɔ/

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Last updated: 2026-02-12