How do you pronounce "mucus"?

In American English: /ˈmjuːkəs/ (MYOOK-uhs). In British English: /mjˈuːkəs/ (MY-ook). In Canadian English: /ˈmjuːkəs/ (MYOOK-uhs). In Australian English: /mjˈuːkəs/ (MY-ook).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈmjuːkəs/ (MYOOK-uhs), while in British English it's /mjˈuːkəs/ (MY-ook).

How to Pronounce "mucus"

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mucus

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/ˈmjuːkəs/

MYOOK-uhs

Syllable Breakdown

mjuːkmu·əscus

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