How do you pronounce "fella"?

In American English: /ˈfɛlə/ (FEHL-uh). In British English: /fˈɛlə/ (F-ehl). In Canadian English: /ˈfɛlə/ (FEHL-uh). In Australian English: /fˈɛlə/ (F-ehl).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈfɛlə/ (FEHL-uh), while in British English it's /fˈɛlə/ (F-ehl).

How to Pronounce "fella"

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fella

/ˈfɛlə/

FEHL-uh

Syllable Breakdown

fɛlfel·əla

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