How do you pronounce "kneecap"?

In American English: /ˈniːˌkæp/ (NEE-kap). In British English: /nˈiːkap/ (N). In Canadian English: /ˈniːˌkæp/ (NEE-kap). In Australian English: /nˈiːkap/ (N).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈniːˌkæp/ (NEE-kap), while in British English it's /nˈiːkap/ (N).

How to Pronounce "kneecap"

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kneecap

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/ˈniːˌkæp/

NEE-kap

Syllable Breakdown

niːkne·kæpecap

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