How do you pronounce "chains"?

In American English: /ˈtʃeɪnz/ (CHAYNZ). In British English: /tʃˈeɪnz/ (CH). In Canadian English: /ˈtʃeɪnz/ (CHAYNZ). In Australian English: /tʃˈeɪnz/ (CH).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈtʃeɪnz/ (CHAYNZ), while in British English it's /tʃˈeɪnz/ (CH).

How to Pronounce "chains"

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chains

/ˈtʃeɪnz/

CHAYNZ

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tʃeɪnzchains

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