How do you pronounce "slugged"?

In American English: /ˈslʌgd/ (SLUHGD). In British English: /slˈʌɡd/ (SL). In Canadian English: /ˈslʌgd/ (SLUHGD). In Australian English: /slˈʌɡd/ (SL).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈslʌgd/ (SLUHGD), while in British English it's /slˈʌɡd/ (SL).

How to Pronounce "slugged"

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slugged

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/ˈslʌgd/

SLUHGD

Syllable Breakdown

slʌgdslugged

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