How do you pronounce "buggy"?

In American English: /ˈbʌgi/ (BUHG-ee). In British English: /bˈɐgi/ (B). In Canadian English: /ˈbʌgi/ (BUHG-ee). In Australian English: /bˈʌɡi/ (B-uhg).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈbʌgi/ (BUHG-ee), while in British English it's /bˈɐgi/ (B).

How to Pronounce "buggy"

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buggy

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/ˈbʌgi/

BUHG-ee

Syllable Breakdown

bʌgbug·igy

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