How do you pronounce "bruise"?

In American English: /ˈbruːz/ (BROOZ). In British English: /bɹˈuːz/ (BR). In Canadian English: /ˈbruːz/ (BROOZ). In Australian English: /bɹˈuːz/ (BR).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈbruːz/ (BROOZ), while in British English it's /bɹˈuːz/ (BR).

How to Pronounce "bruise"

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bruise

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/ˈbruːz/

BROOZ

Syllable Breakdown

bruːzbruise

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