How do you pronounce "coward"?

In American English: /ˈkaʊɝd/ (KOW-urd). In British English: /kˈaʊəd/ (K-ow). In Canadian English: /ˈkaʊɝd/ (KOW-urd). In Australian English: /kˈaʊəd/ (K-ow).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkaʊɝd/ (KOW-urd), while in British English it's /kˈaʊəd/ (K-ow).

How to Pronounce "coward"

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coward

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/ˈkaʊɝd/

KOW-urd

Syllable Breakdown

kaʊcow·ɝdard

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