How do you pronounce "slugs"?

In American English: /ˈslʌgz/ (SLUHGZ). In British English: /slˈʌɡz/ (SL). In Canadian English: /ˈslʌgz/ (SLUHGZ). In Australian English: /slˈʌɡz/ (SL).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈslʌgz/ (SLUHGZ), while in British English it's /slˈʌɡz/ (SL).

How to Pronounce "slugs"

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slugs

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/ˈslʌgz/

SLUHGZ

Syllable Breakdown

slʌgzslugs

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