British vs American English Pronunciation (Part 3): Are You Saying It Right?

Learn how British and American English pronunciations differ. Watch our video to test your pronunciation skills with common words!

British and American English have distinct pronunciation patterns, even when using the same words. This video highlights some key differences. For example, the word "expatriate" can be pronounced as /ekˈspæt.ri.ət/ in British English and /ekˈspeɪ.tri.eɪt/ in American English. Similarly, "medicine" is pronounced as /ˈmɛdsɪn/ in British English, while Americans say /ˈmɛdɪsɪn/.

Another interesting example is the word "patent". In British English, it is commonly pronounced "pay·tuhnt", while Americans tend to say "pat·uhnt." By understanding these differences, you can enhance your listening skills and sound more like a native speaker.

Watch our video to explore these nuances and practice along. Duet with the video to see which pronunciation style suits you best—British or American!