How do you pronounce "khaki"?

In American English: /ˈkɑːki/ (KAHK-ee). In British English: /kˈɑːki/ (K-ahk). In Canadian English: /ˈkɑːki/ (KAHK-ee). In Australian English: /kˈɑːki/ (K-ahk).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkɑːki/ (KAHK-ee), while in British English it's /kˈɑːki/ (K-ahk).

How to Pronounce "khaki"

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khaki

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/ˈkɑːki/

KAHK-ee

Syllable Breakdown

kɑːkkha·iki

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