How do you pronounce "couch"?

In American English: /ˈkaʊtʃ/ (KOWCH). In British English: /kˈaʊtʃ/ (K). In Canadian English: /kʌʊtʃ/ (KUH-uuch). In Australian English: /kˈaʊtʃ/ (K).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkaʊtʃ/ (KOWCH), while in British English it's /kˈaʊtʃ/ (K).

How to Pronounce "couch"

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couch

/ˈkaʊtʃ/

KOWCH

Syllable Breakdown

kaʊtʃcouch

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