How do you pronounce "clowns"?

In American English: /ˈklaʊnz/ (KLOWNZ). In British English: /klˈaʊnz/ (KL). In Canadian English: /ˈklaʊnz/ (KLOWNZ). In Australian English: /klˈaʊnz/ (KL).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈklaʊnz/ (KLOWNZ), while in British English it's /klˈaʊnz/ (KL).

How to Pronounce "clowns"

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clowns

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/ˈklaʊnz/

KLOWNZ

Syllable Breakdown

klaʊnzclowns

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