How do you pronounce "custard"?

In American English: /ˈkʌstɝd/ (KUHST-urd). In British English: /kˈɐstəd/ (K). In Canadian English: /ˈkʌstɝd/ (KUHST-urd). In Australian English: /kˈʌstəd/ (K-uhst).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkʌstɝd/ (KUHST-urd), while in British English it's /kˈɐstəd/ (K).

How to Pronounce "custard"

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custard

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/ˈkʌstɝd/

KUHST-urd

Syllable Breakdown

kʌstcus·ɝdtard

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