How do you pronounce "clamshell"?

In American English: /ˈklæmˌʃɛl/ (KLAM-shehl). In British English: /klˈamʃɛl/ (KL). In Canadian English: /ˈklæmˌʃɛl/ (KLAM-shehl). In Australian English: /klˈamʃɛl/ (KL).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈklæmˌʃɛl/ (KLAM-shehl), while in British English it's /klˈamʃɛl/ (KL).

How to Pronounce "clamshell"

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clamshell

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/ˈklæmˌʃɛl/

KLAM-shehl

Syllable Breakdown

klæmclam·ʃɛlshell

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