How do you pronounce "tunnels"?

In American English: /ˈtʌnəlz/ (TUHN-uhlz). In British English: /tˈʌnəlz/ (T-uhn). In Canadian English: /ˈtʌnəlz/ (TUHN-uhlz). In Australian English: /tˈʌnəlz/ (T-uhn).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈtʌnəlz/ (TUHN-uhlz), while in British English it's /tˈʌnəlz/ (T-uhn).

How to Pronounce "tunnels"

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tunnels

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/ˈtʌnəlz/

TUHN-uhlz

Syllable Breakdown

tʌntun·əlznels

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