How do you pronounce "lunch"?

In American English: /ˈlʌntʃ/ (LUHNCH). In British English: /lˈɐntʃ/ (L). In Canadian English: /ˈlʌntʃ/ (LUHNCH). In Australian English: /lˈʌntʃ/ (L).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈlʌntʃ/ (LUHNCH), while in British English it's /lˈɐntʃ/ (L).

How to Pronounce "lunch"

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lunch

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/ˈlʌntʃ/

LUHNCH

Syllable Breakdown

lʌntʃlunch

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