How do you pronounce "scotch"?

In American English: /ˈskɑːtʃ/ (SKAHCH). In British English: /skˈɒtʃ/ (SK). In Canadian English: /ˈskɑːtʃ/ (SKAHCH). In Australian English: /skˈɒtʃ/ (SK).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈskɑːtʃ/ (SKAHCH), while in British English it's /skˈɒtʃ/ (SK).

How to Pronounce "scotch"

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scotch

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/ˈskɑːtʃ/

SKAHCH

Syllable Breakdown

skɑːtʃscotch

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