How do you pronounce "awning"?

In American English: /ˈɑːnɪŋ/ (AHN-ing). In British English: /ˈɔːnɪŋ/ (AWN-ing). In Canadian English: /ˈɑːnɪŋ/ (AHN-ing). In Australian English: /ˈɔːnɪŋ/ (AWN-ing).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈɑːnɪŋ/ (AHN-ing), while in British English it's /ˈɔːnɪŋ/ (AWN-ing).

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awning

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/ˈɑːnɪŋ/

AHN-ing

Syllable Breakdown

ɑːnawn·ɪŋing

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Last updated: 2026-02-12