How do you pronounce "calvin"?

In American English: /ˈkælvən/ (KALV-uhn). In British English: /kˈalvɪn/ (K). In Canadian English: /ˈkælvən/ (KALV-uhn). In Australian English: /kˈalvɪn/ (K).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkælvən/ (KALV-uhn), while in British English it's /kˈalvɪn/ (K).

How to Pronounce "calvin"

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calvin

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/ˈkælvən/

KALV-uhn

Syllable Breakdown

kælvcal·ənvin

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