How do you pronounce "hounds"?

In American English: /ˈhaʊndz/ (HOWNDZ). In British English: /hˈaʊndz/ (H). In Canadian English: /ˈhaʊndz/ (HOWNDZ). In Australian English: /hˈaʊndz/ (H).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈhaʊndz/ (HOWNDZ), while in British English it's /hˈaʊndz/ (H).

How to Pronounce "hounds"

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hounds

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/ˈhaʊndz/

HOWNDZ

Syllable Breakdown

haʊndzhounds

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