How do you pronounce "scalding"?

In American English: /ˈskɔldɪŋ/ (SKAWLD-ing). In British English: /skˈɔːldɪŋ/ (SK-awld). In Canadian English: /ˈskɔldɪŋ/ (SKAWLD-ing). In Australian English: /skˈɒldɪŋ/ (SK-old).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈskɔldɪŋ/ (SKAWLD-ing), while in British English it's /skˈɔːldɪŋ/ (SK-awld).

How to Pronounce "scalding"

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scalding

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/ˈskɔldɪŋ/

SKAWLD-ing

Syllable Breakdown

skɔldscald·ɪŋing

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