How do you pronounce "gouged"?

In American English: /ˈgaʊdʒd/ (GOWJD). In British English: /ɡˈaʊdʒd/ (G). In Canadian English: /ˈgaʊdʒd/ (GOWJD). In Australian English: /ɡˈaʊdʒd/ (G).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈgaʊdʒd/ (GOWJD), while in British English it's /ɡˈaʊdʒd/ (G).

How to Pronounce "gouged"

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gouged

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/ˈgaʊdʒd/

GOWJD

Syllable Breakdown

gaʊdʒdgouged

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