How do you pronounce "couple"?

In American English: /ˈkʌpəl/ (KUHP-uhl). In British English: /kˈɐpəl/ (K). In Canadian English: /ˈkʌpəl/ (KUHP-uhl). In Australian English: /kˈʌpəl/ (K-uhp).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkʌpəl/ (KUHP-uhl), while in British English it's /kˈɐpəl/ (K).

How to Pronounce "couple"

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couple

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/ˈkʌpəl/

KUHP-uhl

Syllable Breakdown

kʌpcou·əlple

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