How do you pronounce "nellie"?

In American English: /ˈnɛli/ (NEHL-ee). In British English: /nˈɛli/ (N-ehl). In Canadian English: /ˈnɛli/ (NEHL-ee). In Australian English: /nˈɛli/ (N-ehl).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈnɛli/ (NEHL-ee), while in British English it's /nˈɛli/ (N-ehl).

How to Pronounce "nellie"

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nellie

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/ˈnɛli/

NEHL-ee

Syllable Breakdown

nɛlnel·ilie

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