How do you pronounce "oscar"?

In American English: /ˈɔskɝ/ (AWSK-ur). In British English: /ˈɒskə/ (OSK-uh). In Canadian English: /ˈɔskɝ/ (AWSK-ur). In Australian English: /ˈɒskə/ (OSK-uh).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈɔskɝ/ (AWSK-ur), while in British English it's /ˈɒskə/ (OSK-uh).

How to Pronounce "oscar"

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oscar

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/ˈɔskɝ/

AWSK-ur

Syllable Breakdown

ɔskos·ɝcar

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