How do you pronounce "chile"?

In American English: /ˈtʃɪli/ (CHIL-ee). In British English: /tʃˈɪli/ (CH-il). In Canadian English: /ˈtʃɪli/ (CHIL-ee). In Australian English: /tʃˈɪli/ (CH-il).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈtʃɪli/ (CHIL-ee), while in British English it's /tʃˈɪli/ (CH-il).

How to Pronounce "chile"

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chile

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/ˈtʃɪli/

CHIL-ee

Syllable Breakdown

tʃɪlch·iile

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