How do you pronounce "chirp"?

In American English: /ˈtʃɝːp/ (CHURP). In British English: /tʃˈɜːp/ (CH). In Canadian English: /ˈtʃɝːp/ (CHURP). In Australian English: /tʃˈɜːp/ (CH).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈtʃɝːp/ (CHURP), while in British English it's /tʃˈɜːp/ (CH).

How to Pronounce "chirp"

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chirp

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/ˈtʃɝːp/

CHURP

Syllable Breakdown

tʃɝːpchirp

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