How do you pronounce "dowry"?

In American English: /ˈdaʊri/ (DOWR-ee). In British English: /dˈaʊɹi/ (D-owr). In Canadian English: /ˈdaʊri/ (DOWR-ee). In Australian English: /dˈaʊɹi/ (D-owr).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈdaʊri/ (DOWR-ee), while in British English it's /dˈaʊɹi/ (D-owr).

How to Pronounce "dowry"

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dowry

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/ˈdaʊri/

DOWR-ee

Syllable Breakdown

daʊrdo·iwry

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