How do you pronounce "cares"?

In American English: /ˈkɛrz/ (KEHRZ). In British English: /kˈɛəz/ (K-eh). In Canadian English: /ˈkɛrz/ (KEHRZ). In Australian English: /kˈeəz/ (K-eh).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkɛrz/ (KEHRZ), while in British English it's /kˈɛəz/ (K-eh).

How to Pronounce "cares"

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cares

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/ˈkɛrz/

KEHRZ

Syllable Breakdown

kɛrzcares

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