How do you pronounce "zounds"?

In American English: /ˈzaʊndz/ (ZOWNDZ). In British English: /zˈaʊndz/ (Z). In Canadian English: /ˈzaʊndz/ (ZOWNDZ). In Australian English: /zˈaʊndz/ (Z).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈzaʊndz/ (ZOWNDZ), while in British English it's /zˈaʊndz/ (Z).

How to Pronounce "zounds"

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zounds

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/ˈzaʊndz/

ZOWNDZ

Syllable Breakdown

zaʊndzzounds

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