How do you pronounce "wolves"?

In American English: /ˈwʊlvz/ (WUULVZ). In British English: /wˈʊlvz/ (W). In Canadian English: /ˈwʊlvz/ (WUULVZ). In Australian English: /wˈʊlvz/ (W).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈwʊlvz/ (WUULVZ), while in British English it's /wˈʊlvz/ (W).

How to Pronounce "wolves"

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wolves

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/ˈwʊlvz/

WUULVZ

Syllable Breakdown

wʊlvzwolves

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