How do you pronounce "catchup"?

In American English: /ˈkætʃʊp/ (KACH-uup). In British English: /kˈatʃʌp/ (K). In Canadian English: /ˈkætʃʊp/ (KACH-uup). In Australian English: /kˈatʃʌp/ (K).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkætʃʊp/ (KACH-uup), while in British English it's /kˈatʃʌp/ (K).

How to Pronounce "catchup"

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catchup

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/ˈkætʃʊp/

KACH-uup

Syllable Breakdown

kætʃcat·ʊpchup

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