How do you pronounce "blockade"?

In American English: /ˌblɑːˈkeɪd/ (blah-KAYD). In British English: /blɒkˈeɪd/ (blok-AYD). In Canadian English: /ˌblɑːˈkeɪd/ (blah-KAYD). In Australian English: /blɒkˈeɪd/ (blok-AYD).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˌblɑːˈkeɪd/ (blah-KAYD), while in British English it's /blɒkˈeɪd/ (blok-AYD).

How to Pronounce "blockade"

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blockade

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/ˌblɑːˈkeɪd/

blah-KAYD

Syllable Breakdown

blɑːblock·keɪdade

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