How do you pronounce "chuckles"?

In American English: /ˈtʃʌkəlz/ (CHUHK-uhlz). In British English: /tʃˈɐkəlz/ (CH). In Canadian English: /ˈtʃʌkəlz/ (CHUHK-uhlz). In Australian English: /tʃˈʌkəlz/ (CH-uhk).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈtʃʌkəlz/ (CHUHK-uhlz), while in British English it's /tʃˈɐkəlz/ (CH).

How to Pronounce "chuckles"

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chuckles

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/ˈtʃʌkəlz/

CHUHK-uhlz

Syllable Breakdown

tʃʌkchuck·əlzles

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