How do you pronounce "flute"?

In American English: /ˈfluːt/ (FLOOT). In British English: /flˈuːt/ (FL). In Canadian English: /ˈfluːt/ (FLOOT). In Australian English: /flˈuːt/ (FL).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈfluːt/ (FLOOT), while in British English it's /flˈuːt/ (FL).

How to Pronounce "flute"

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flute

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/ˈfluːt/

FLOOT

Syllable Breakdown

fluːtflute

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