How do you pronounce "carpet"?

In American English: /ˈkɑːrpət/ (KAHRP-uht). In British English: /kˈɑːpɪt/ (K-ahp). In Canadian English: /ˈkɑːrpət/ (KAHRP-uht). In Australian English: /kˈɑːpɪt/ (K-ahp).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkɑːrpət/ (KAHRP-uht), while in British English it's /kˈɑːpɪt/ (K-ahp).

How to Pronounce "carpet"

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carpet

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/ˈkɑːrpət/

KAHRP-uht

Syllable Breakdown

kɑːrpcar·ətpet

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