How do you pronounce "nipple"?

In American English: /ˈnɪpəl/ (NIP-uhl). In British English: /nˈɪpəl/ (N-ip). In Canadian English: /ˈnɪpəl/ (NIP-uhl). In Australian English: /nˈɪpəl/ (N-ip).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈnɪpəl/ (NIP-uhl), while in British English it's /nˈɪpəl/ (N-ip).

How to Pronounce "nipple"

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nipple

/ˈnɪpəl/

NIP-uhl

Syllable Breakdown

nɪpnip·əlple

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