How to Pronounce "au" in English

Improve your English pronunciation by mastering the correct way to pronounce "au" in common words.

Pronouncing "au" correctly in English can be tricky for learners, but mastering it will improve your fluency and comprehension. In this video, we explain how to pronounce "au" with practical examples.

• August: Pronounced "Aa·guwst"
• Paul: Pronounced "Paal"
• Pause: Pronounced "Paaz"
• Automatic: Pronounced "aa·tuh·ma·tuhk"

Watch the video, pay attention to how each word is pronounced and try to mimic the sounds. Practice saying the words out loud. Notice that "au" is pronounced like "aa" in these examples.