How do you pronounce "paunchy"?

In American English: /ˈpɔntʃi/ (PAWNCH-ee). In British English: /pˈɔːntʃi/ (P-awnch). In Canadian English: /ˈpɔntʃi/ (PAWNCH-ee). In Australian English: /pˈɔːntʃi/ (P-awnch).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈpɔntʃi/ (PAWNCH-ee), while in British English it's /pˈɔːntʃi/ (P-awnch).

How to Pronounce "paunchy"

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paunchy

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/ˈpɔntʃi/

PAWNCH-ee

Syllable Breakdown

pɔntʃpau·inchy

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