How do you pronounce "poppy"?

In American English: /ˈpɑːpi/ (PAHP-ee). In British English: /pˈɒpi/ (P-op). In Canadian English: /ˈpɑːpi/ (PAHP-ee). In Australian English: /pˈɒpi/ (P-op).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈpɑːpi/ (PAHP-ee), while in British English it's /pˈɒpi/ (P-op).

How to Pronounce "poppy"

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poppy

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/ˈpɑːpi/

PAHP-ee

Syllable Breakdown

pɑːppop·ipy

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