How do you pronounce "candle"?

In American English: /ˈkændəl/ (KAND-uhl). In British English: /kˈændəl/ (K-and). In Canadian English: /ˈkændəl/ (KAND-uhl). In Australian English: /kˈandəl/ (K).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkændəl/ (KAND-uhl), while in British English it's /kˈændəl/ (K-and).

How to Pronounce "candle"

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candle

/ˈkændəl/

KAND-uhl

Syllable Breakdown

kændcan·əldle

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