How do you pronounce "hobby"?

In American English: /ˈhɑːbi/ (HAHB-ee). In British English: /hˈɒbi/ (H-ob). In Canadian English: /ˈhɑːbi/ (HAHB-ee). In Australian English: /hˈɒbi/ (H-ob).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈhɑːbi/ (HAHB-ee), while in British English it's /hˈɒbi/ (H-ob).

How to Pronounce "hobby"

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hobby

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/ˈhɑːbi/

HAHB-ee

Syllable Breakdown

hɑːbhob·iby

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