How do you pronounce "scots"?

In American English: /ˈskɑːts/ (SKAHTS). In British English: /skˈɒts/ (SK). In Canadian English: /ˈskɑːts/ (SKAHTS). In Australian English: /skˈɒts/ (SK).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈskɑːts/ (SKAHTS), while in British English it's /skˈɒts/ (SK).

How to Pronounce "scots"

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scots

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/ˈskɑːts/

SKAHTS

Syllable Breakdown

skɑːtsscots

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