How do you pronounce "floppy"?

In American English: /ˈflɑːpi/ (FLAHP-ee). In British English: /flˈɒpi/ (FL-op). In Canadian English: /ˈflɑːpi/ (FLAHP-ee). In Australian English: /flˈɒpi/ (FL-op).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈflɑːpi/ (FLAHP-ee), while in British English it's /flˈɒpi/ (FL-op).

How to Pronounce "floppy"

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floppy

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/ˈflɑːpi/

FLAHP-ee

Syllable Breakdown

flɑːpflop·ipy

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