How do you pronounce "quake"?

In American English: /ˈkweɪk/ (KWAYK). In British English: /kwˈeɪk/ (KW). In Canadian English: /ˈkweɪk/ (KWAYK). In Australian English: /kwˈeɪk/ (KW).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkweɪk/ (KWAYK), while in British English it's /kwˈeɪk/ (KW).

How to Pronounce "quake"

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quake

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/ˈkweɪk/

KWAYK

Syllable Breakdown

kweɪkquake

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