How do you pronounce "braid"?

In American English: /ˈbreɪd/ (BRAYD). In British English: /bɹˈeɪd/ (BR). In Canadian English: /ˈbreɪd/ (BRAYD). In Australian English: /bɹˈeɪd/ (BR).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈbreɪd/ (BRAYD), while in British English it's /bɹˈeɪd/ (BR).

How to Pronounce "braid"

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braid

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/ˈbreɪd/

BRAYD

Syllable Breakdown

breɪdbraid

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