How do you pronounce "chest"?

In American English: /ˈtʃɛst/ (CHEHST). In British English: /tʃˈɛst/ (CH). In Canadian English: /ˈtʃɛst/ (CHEHST). In Australian English: /tʃˈɛst/ (CH).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈtʃɛst/ (CHEHST), while in British English it's /tʃˈɛst/ (CH).

How to Pronounce "chest"

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chest

/ˈtʃɛst/

CHEHST

Syllable Breakdown

tʃɛstchest

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