How do you pronounce "phalanx"?

In American English: /ˈfeɪlæŋks/ (FAYL-angks). In British English: /fˈalaŋks/ (F). In Canadian English: /ˈfeɪlæŋks/ (FAYL-angks). In Australian English: /fˈalaŋks/ (F).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈfeɪlæŋks/ (FAYL-angks), while in British English it's /fˈalaŋks/ (F).

How to Pronounce "phalanx"

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phalanx

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/ˈfeɪlæŋks/

FAYL-angks

Syllable Breakdown

feɪlpha·æŋkslanx

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