How do you pronounce "slums"?

In American English: /ˈslʌmz/ (SLUHMZ). In British English: /slˈʌmz/ (SL). In Canadian English: /ˈslʌmz/ (SLUHMZ). In Australian English: /slˈʌmz/ (SL).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈslʌmz/ (SLUHMZ), while in British English it's /slˈʌmz/ (SL).

How to Pronounce "slums"

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slums

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/ˈslʌmz/

SLUHMZ

Syllable Breakdown

slʌmzslums

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