How do you pronounce "circles"?

In American English: /ˈsɝːkəlz/ (SURK-uhlz). In British English: /sˈɜːkəlz/ (S-ɜk). In Canadian English: /ˈsɝːkəlz/ (SURK-uhlz). In Australian English: /sˈɜːkəlz/ (S-ɜk).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈsɝːkəlz/ (SURK-uhlz), while in British English it's /sˈɜːkəlz/ (S-ɜk).

How to Pronounce "circles"

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circles

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/ˈsɝːkəlz/

SURK-uhlz

Syllable Breakdown

sɝːkcir·əlzcles

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