How do you pronounce "lured"?

In American English: /ˈlʊrd/ (LUURD). In British English: /lˈʊəd/ (L-uu). In Canadian English: /ˈlʊrd/ (LUURD). In Australian English: /lˈʊəd/ (L-uu).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈlʊrd/ (LUURD), while in British English it's /lˈʊəd/ (L-uu).

How to Pronounce "lured"

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lured

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/ˈlʊrd/

LUURD

Syllable Breakdown

lʊrdlured

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