How do you pronounce "cobalt"?

In American English: /ˈkoʊˌbɔlt/ (KOH-bawlt). In British English: /kˈəʊbɒlt/ (K-ohb). In Canadian English: /ˈkoʊˌbɔlt/ (KOH-bawlt). In Australian English: /kˈəʊbɒlt/ (K-ohb).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkoʊˌbɔlt/ (KOH-bawlt), while in British English it's /kˈəʊbɒlt/ (K-ohb).

How to Pronounce "cobalt"

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cobalt

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/ˈkoʊˌbɔlt/

KOH-bawlt

Syllable Breakdown

koʊcob·bɔltalt

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