How do you pronounce "vulgar"?

In American English: /ˈvʌlgɝ/ (VUHLG-ur). In British English: /vˈɐlgə/ (V). In Canadian English: /ˈvʌlgɝ/ (VUHLG-ur). In Australian English: /vˈʌlɡə/ (V-uhlg).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈvʌlgɝ/ (VUHLG-ur), while in British English it's /vˈɐlgə/ (V).

How to Pronounce "vulgar"

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vulgar

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/ˈvʌlgɝ/

VUHLG-ur

Syllable Breakdown

vʌlgvul·ɝgar

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