How do you pronounce "wooden"?

In American English: /ˈwʊdən/ (WUUD-uhn). In British English: /wˈʊdən/ (W-uud). In Canadian English: /ˈwʊdən/ (WUUD-uhn). In Australian English: /wˈʊdən/ (W-uud).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈwʊdən/ (WUUD-uhn), while in British English it's /wˈʊdən/ (W-uud).

How to Pronounce "wooden"

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wooden

/ˈwʊdən/

WUUD-uhn

Syllable Breakdown

wʊdwood·ənen

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