How do you pronounce "canteen"?

In American English: /kænˈtiːn/ (kan-TEEN). In British English: /kæntˈiːn/ (kant-EEN). In Canadian English: /kænˈtiːn/ (kan-TEEN). In Australian English: /kantˈiːn/ (KANT).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /kænˈtiːn/ (kan-TEEN), while in British English it's /kæntˈiːn/ (kant-EEN).

How to Pronounce "canteen"

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canteen

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/kænˈtiːn/

kan-TEEN

Syllable Breakdown

kæncan·tiːnteen

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