How do you pronounce "oughta"?

In American English: /ˈɔtə/ (AWT-uh). In British English: /ˈɔːtə/ (AWT-uh). In Canadian English: /ˈɔtə/ (AWT-uh). In Australian English: /ˈɔːtə/ (AWT-uh).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈɔtə/ (AWT-uh), while in British English it's /ˈɔːtə/ (AWT-uh).

How to Pronounce "oughta"

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oughta

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/ˈɔtə/

AWT-uh

Syllable Breakdown

ɔtough·əta

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