How do you pronounce "smells"?

In American English: /ˈsmɛlz/ (SMEHLZ). In British English: /smˈɛlz/ (SM). In Canadian English: /ˈsmɛlz/ (SMEHLZ). In Australian English: /smˈɛlz/ (SM).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈsmɛlz/ (SMEHLZ), while in British English it's /smˈɛlz/ (SM).

How to Pronounce "smells"

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smells

/ˈsmɛlz/

SMEHLZ

Syllable Breakdown

smɛlzsmells

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