How do you pronounce "prowl"?

In American English: /ˈpraʊl/ (PROWL). In British English: /pɹˈaʊl/ (PR). In Canadian English: /ˈpraʊl/ (PROWL). In Australian English: /pɹˈaʊl/ (PR).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈpraʊl/ (PROWL), while in British English it's /pɹˈaʊl/ (PR).

How to Pronounce "prowl"

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prowl

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/ˈpraʊl/

PROWL

Syllable Breakdown

praʊlprowl

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