How do you pronounce "sloppy"?

In American English: /ˈslɑːpi/ (SLAHP-ee). In British English: /slˈɒpi/ (SL-op). In Canadian English: /ˈslɑːpi/ (SLAHP-ee). In Australian English: /slˈɒpi/ (SL-op).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈslɑːpi/ (SLAHP-ee), while in British English it's /slˈɒpi/ (SL-op).

How to Pronounce "sloppy"

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sloppy

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/ˈslɑːpi/

SLAHP-ee

Syllable Breakdown

slɑːpslop·ipy

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