How do you pronounce "scarce"?

In American English: /ˈskɛrs/ (SKEHRS). In British English: /skˈɛəs/ (SK-eh). In Canadian English: /ˈskɛrs/ (SKEHRS). In Australian English: /skˈeəs/ (SK-eh).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈskɛrs/ (SKEHRS), while in British English it's /skˈɛəs/ (SK-eh).

How to Pronounce "scarce"

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scarce

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/ˈskɛrs/

SKEHRS

Syllable Breakdown

skɛrsscarce

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