How do you pronounce "sheffield"?

In American English: /ˈʃɛfiːld/ (SHEHF-eeld). In British English: /ʃˈɛfiːld/ (SH-ehf). In Canadian English: /ˈʃɛfiːld/ (SHEHF-eeld). In Australian English: /ʃˈɛfiːld/ (SH-ehf).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈʃɛfiːld/ (SHEHF-eeld), while in British English it's /ʃˈɛfiːld/ (SH-ehf).

How to Pronounce "sheffield"

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sheffield

/ˈʃɛfiːld/

SHEHF-eeld

Syllable Breakdown

ʃɛfshef·iːldfield

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