How do you pronounce "golfing"?

In American English: /ˈgɑːlfɪŋ/ (GAHLF-ing). In British English: /ɡˈɒlfɪŋ/ (G-olf). In Canadian English: /ˈgɑːlfɪŋ/ (GAHLF-ing). In Australian English: /ɡˈɒlfɪŋ/ (G-olf).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈgɑːlfɪŋ/ (GAHLF-ing), while in British English it's /ɡˈɒlfɪŋ/ (G-olf).

How to Pronounce "golfing"

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golfing

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/ˈgɑːlfɪŋ/

GAHLF-ing

Syllable Breakdown

gɑːlfgolf·ɪŋing

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