How do you pronounce "handicap"?

In American English: /ˈhændiːˌkæp/ (HAND-ee-kap). In British English: /hˈændɪkˌæp/ (H-and-ik). In Canadian English: /ˈhændiːˌkæp/ (HAND-ee-kap). In Australian English: /hˈandɪkˌap/ (H).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈhændiːˌkæp/ (HAND-ee-kap), while in British English it's /hˈændɪkˌæp/ (H-and-ik).

How to Pronounce "handicap"

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handicap

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/ˈhændiːˌkæp/

HAND-ee-kap

Syllable Breakdown

hændhand·iːi·kæpcap

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