How do you pronounce "eschewed"?

In American English: /ˌɛˈʃuːd/ (eh-SHOOD). In British English: /ɪstʃˈuːd/ (isch-OOD). In Canadian English: /ˌɛˈʃuːd/ (eh-SHOOD). In Australian English: /ɪstʃˈuːd/ (isch-OOD).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˌɛˈʃuːd/ (eh-SHOOD), while in British English it's /ɪstʃˈuːd/ (isch-OOD).

How to Pronounce "eschewed"

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eschewed

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/ˌɛˈʃuːd/

eh-SHOOD

Syllable Breakdown

ɛes·ʃuːdchewed

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