How do you pronounce "curly"?

In American English: /ˈkɝːli/ (KURL-ee). In British English: /kˈɜːli/ (K-ɜl). In Canadian English: /ˈkɝːli/ (KURL-ee). In Australian English: /kˈɜːli/ (K-ɜl).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkɝːli/ (KURL-ee), while in British English it's /kˈɜːli/ (K-ɜl).

How to Pronounce "curly"

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curly

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/ˈkɝːli/

KURL-ee

Syllable Breakdown

kɝːlcu·irly

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