How do you pronounce "bawdy"?

In American English: /ˈbɔdi/ (BAWD-ee). In British English: /bˈɔːdi/ (B-awd). In Canadian English: /ˈbɔdi/ (BAWD-ee). In Australian English: /bˈɔːdi/ (B-awd).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈbɔdi/ (BAWD-ee), while in British English it's /bˈɔːdi/ (B-awd).

How to Pronounce "bawdy"

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bawdy

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/ˈbɔdi/

BAWD-ee

Syllable Breakdown

bɔdba·iwdy

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