How do you pronounce "psyllium"?

In American English: /ˈsɪliːəm/ (SIL-ee-uhm). In British English: /sˈɪliəm/ (S-il-ee). In Canadian English: /ˈsɪliːəm/ (SIL-ee-uhm). In Australian English: /sˈɪliəm/ (S-il-ee).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈsɪliːəm/ (SIL-ee-uhm), while in British English it's /sˈɪliəm/ (S-il-ee).

How to Pronounce "psyllium"

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psyllium

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/ˈsɪliːəm/

SIL-ee-uhm

Syllable Breakdown

sɪlpsyl·iːli·əmum

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