How do you pronounce this thing?
How do you pronounce lots of things?
Is a pronounced ay or uh?
There are two ways to say ‘a’ when it is used as an indefinite article, these two pronunciations are: “aye” (/eɪ/) or “uh” (/ə/). Both pronunciations are correct and it is really a matter of personal preference which one you use.
How do the British pronounce things?
Words that are pronounced differently in the UK and in the US
| Word | UK pronunciation | US pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Water | WAH-ta | wodder |
| Schedule | SHED-ual | SKED-ual |
| Advertisement | uhd-VER-tis-ment | AD-ver-ties-ment |
| Mobile | MOH-bye-ul | MOH-buhl |
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Jan 26, 2021