How do you pronounce "lorry"?

In American English: /ˈlɔri/ (LAWR-ee). In British English: /lˈɒɹi/ (L-or). In Canadian English: /ˈlɔri/ (LAWR-ee). In Australian English: /lˈɒɹi/ (L-or).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈlɔri/ (LAWR-ee), while in British English it's /lˈɒɹi/ (L-or).

How to Pronounce "lorry"

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lorry

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/ˈlɔri/

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Syllable Breakdown

lɔrlor·iry

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