How do you pronounce "clawing"?

In American English: /ˈklɔɪŋ/ (KLOYNG-IH0 NG). In British English: /klˈɔːɪŋ/ (KL-aw). In Canadian English: /ˈklɔɪŋ/ (KLOYNG-IH0 NG). In Australian English: /klˈɔːɪŋ/ (KL-aw).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈklɔɪŋ/ (KLOYNG-IH0 NG), while in British English it's /klˈɔːɪŋ/ (KL-aw).

How to Pronounce "clawing"

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clawing

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/ˈklɔɪŋ/

KLOYNG-IH0 NG

Syllable Breakdown

klɔɪŋclaw·IH0 NGing

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