How do you pronounce "fives"?

In American English: /ˈfaɪvz/ (FEYEVZ). In British English: /fˈaɪvz/ (F). In Canadian English: /ˈfaɪvz/ (FEYEVZ). In Australian English: /fˈaɪvz/ (F).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈfaɪvz/ (FEYEVZ), while in British English it's /fˈaɪvz/ (F).

How to Pronounce "fives"

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fives

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/ˈfaɪvz/

FEYEVZ

Syllable Breakdown

faɪvzfives

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