How do you pronounce "maroon"?

In American English: /mɝˈuːn/ (mur-OON). In British English: /məɹˈuːn/ (muhr-OON). In Canadian English: /mɝˈuːn/ (mur-OON). In Australian English: /məɹˈuːn/ (muhr-OON).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /mɝˈuːn/ (mur-OON), while in British English it's /məɹˈuːn/ (muhr-OON).

How to Pronounce "maroon"

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maroon

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/mɝˈuːn/

mur-OON

Syllable Breakdown

mɝma·uːnroon

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