How do you pronounce "bucket"?

In American English: /ˈbʌkɪt/ (BUHK-it). In British English: /bˈɐkɪt/ (B). In Canadian English: /ˈbʌkɪt/ (BUHK-it). In Australian English: /bˈʌkɪt/ (B-uhk).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈbʌkɪt/ (BUHK-it), while in British English it's /bˈɐkɪt/ (B).

How to Pronounce "bucket"

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bucket

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/ˈbʌkɪt/

BUHK-it

Syllable Breakdown

bʌkbuck·ɪtet

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