How do you pronounce "ellipse"?

In American English: /ɪˈlɪps/ (i-LIPS). In British English: /ɪlˈɪps/ (il-IPS). In Canadian English: /ɪˈlɪps/ (i-LIPS). In Australian English: /ɪlˈɪps/ (il-IPS).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ɪˈlɪps/ (i-LIPS), while in British English it's /ɪlˈɪps/ (il-IPS).

How to Pronounce "ellipse"

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ellipse

/ɪˈlɪps/

i-LIPS

Syllable Breakdown

ɪel·lɪpslipse

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