How do you pronounce "bookcase"?

In American English: /ˈbʊkˌkeɪs/ (BUUK-kays). In British English: /bˈʊkkeɪs/ (B-uukk). In Canadian English: /ˈbʊkˌkeɪs/ (BUUK-kays). In Australian English: /bˈʊkkeɪs/ (B-uukk).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈbʊkˌkeɪs/ (BUUK-kays), while in British English it's /bˈʊkkeɪs/ (B-uukk).

How to Pronounce "bookcase"

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bookcase

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/ˈbʊkˌkeɪs/

BUUK-kays

Syllable Breakdown

bʊkbook·keɪscase

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