How do you pronounce "barbie"?

In American English: /ˈbɑːrbi/ (BAHRB-ee). In British English: /bˈɑːbi/ (B-ahb). In Canadian English: /ˈbɑːrbi/ (BAHRB-ee). In Australian English: /bˈɑːbi/ (B-ahb).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈbɑːrbi/ (BAHRB-ee), while in British English it's /bˈɑːbi/ (B-ahb).

How to Pronounce "barbie"

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barbie

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/ˈbɑːrbi/

BAHRB-ee

Syllable Breakdown

bɑːrbbar·ibie

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