How do you pronounce "quail"?

In American English: /ˈkweɪl/ (KWAYL). In British English: /kwˈeɪl/ (KW). In Canadian English: /ˈkweɪl/ (KWAYL). In Australian English: /kwˈeɪl/ (KW).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkweɪl/ (KWAYL), while in British English it's /kwˈeɪl/ (KW).

How to Pronounce "quail"

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quail

/ˈkweɪl/

KWAYL

Syllable Breakdown

kweɪlquail

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