How do you pronounce "fluoride"?

In American English: /ˈflʊˌraɪd/ (FLUU-reyed). In British English: /flˈʊəɹaɪd/ (FL-uu-uhr). In Canadian English: /ˈflʊˌraɪd/ (FLUU-reyed). In Australian English: /flˈʊəɹaɪd/ (FL-uu-uhr).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈflʊˌraɪd/ (FLUU-reyed), while in British English it's /flˈʊəɹaɪd/ (FL-uu-uhr).

How to Pronounce "fluoride"

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fluoride

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/ˈflʊˌraɪd/

FLUU-reyed

Syllable Breakdown

flʊfluo·raɪdride

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