How to Pronounce Flour vs Flower

"flour" and "flower" are homophones — pronounced exactly the same: FLOW-er (/ˈflaʊər/). Pronounced identically — both rhyme with "power".

🟰 Same sound (homophones)

flour

/ˈflaʊər/

Say it like: FLOW-er

flour

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flower

/ˈflaʊər/

Say it like: FLOW-er

flower

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Accent

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Speed

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Frequently asked questions

Are "flour" and "flower" pronounced the same?

Yes. Both "flour" and "flower" are pronounced FLOW-er (/ˈflaʊər/) — they are homophones.

Why do people confuse "flour" and "flower"?

Near-identical spelling and identical sound.

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