How do you pronounce "cautious"?

In American English: /ˈkɔʃəs/ (KAWSH-uhs). In British English: /kˈɔːʃəs/ (K-awsh). In Canadian English: /ˈkɔʃəs/ (KAWSH-uhs). In Australian English: /kˈɔːʃəs/ (K-awsh).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkɔʃəs/ (KAWSH-uhs), while in British English it's /kˈɔːʃəs/ (K-awsh).

How to Pronounce "cautious"

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cautious

/ˈkɔʃəs/

KAWSH-uhs

Syllable Breakdown

kɔʃcau·əstious

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