How do you pronounce "cured"?

In American English: /ˈkjʊrd/ (KYUURD). In British English: /kjˈʊəd/ (KY-uu). In Canadian English: /ˈkjʊrd/ (KYUURD). In Australian English: /kjˈʊəd/ (KY-uu).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkjʊrd/ (KYUURD), while in British English it's /kjˈʊəd/ (KY-uu).

How to Pronounce "cured"

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cured

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/ˈkjʊrd/

KYUURD

Syllable Breakdown

kjʊrdcured

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