How do you pronounce "accessed"?

In American English: /ˈækˌsɛst/ (AK-sehst). In British English: /ˈæksˌɛst/ (AKS-ehst). In Canadian English: /ˈækˌsɛst/ (AK-sehst). In Australian English: /ˈaksɛst/ (AKS).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈækˌsɛst/ (AK-sehst), while in British English it's /ˈæksˌɛst/ (AKS-ehst).

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accessed

/ˈækˌsɛst/

AK-sehst

Syllable Breakdown

ækac·sɛstcessed

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Last updated: 2026-02-12