How do you pronounce "dwelt"?

In American English: /ˈdwɛlt/ (DWEHLT). In British English: /dwˈɛlt/ (DW). In Canadian English: /ˈdwɛlt/ (DWEHLT). In Australian English: /dwˈɛlt/ (DW).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈdwɛlt/ (DWEHLT), while in British English it's /dwˈɛlt/ (DW).

How to Pronounce "dwelt"

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dwelt

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/ˈdwɛlt/

DWEHLT

Syllable Breakdown

dwɛltdwelt

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