How do you pronounce "brother"?

In American English: /ˈbrʌðɝ/ (BRUHTH-ur). In British English: /bɹˈɐðə/ (BR). In Canadian English: /ˈbrʌðɝ/ (BRUHTH-ur). In Australian English: /bɹˈʌðə/ (BR-uhth).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈbrʌðɝ/ (BRUHTH-ur), while in British English it's /bɹˈɐðə/ (BR).

How to Pronounce "brother"

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brother

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/ˈbrʌðɝ/

BRUHTH-ur

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brʌðbroth·ɝer

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