How do you pronounce "herb"?

In American English: /ɜːrb/ (URB). In British English: /hɜːb/ (HURB). In Canadian English: /ɜːrb/ (URB). In Australian English: /hɜːb/ (HURB).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ɜːrb/ (URB), while in British English it's /hɜːb/ (HURB).

noun

regional

/ɜːrb/

URB

ɜːrbherb

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“Fresh herb gardens are popular in urban apartments.”

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/hɜːrb/→/ɜːrb/

Last updated: 2025-01-15