How do you pronounce "posse"?

In American English: /ˈpɑːsi/ (PAHS-ee). In British English: /pˈɒsi/ (P-os). In Canadian English: /ˈpɑːsi/ (PAHS-ee). In Australian English: /pˈɒsi/ (P-os).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈpɑːsi/ (PAHS-ee), while in British English it's /pˈɒsi/ (P-os).

How to Pronounce "posse"

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posse

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/ˈpɑːsi/

PAHS-ee

Syllable Breakdown

pɑːspo·isse

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