How do you pronounce "goofy"?

In American English: /ˈguːfi/ (GOOF-ee). In British English: /gˈuːfi/ (G-oof). In Canadian English: /ˈguːfi/ (GOOF-ee). In Australian English: /ɡˈuːfi/ (G-oof).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈguːfi/ (GOOF-ee), while in British English it's /gˈuːfi/ (G-oof).

How to Pronounce "goofy"

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goofy

/ˈguːfi/

GOOF-ee

Syllable Breakdown

guːfgo·iofy

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