How do you pronounce "barrow"?

In American English: /ˈbæroʊ/ (BAR-oh). In British English: /bˈaɹəʊ/ (B). In Canadian English: /ˈbæroʊ/ (BAR-oh). In Australian English: /bˈaɹəʊ/ (B).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈbæroʊ/ (BAR-oh), while in British English it's /bˈaɹəʊ/ (B).

How to Pronounce "barrow"

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barrow

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/ˈbæroʊ/

BAR-oh

Syllable Breakdown

bærbar·oʊrow

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