How do you pronounce "skipper"?

In American English: /ˈskɪpɝ/ (SKIP-ur). In British English: /skˈɪpə/ (SK-ip). In Canadian English: /ˈskɪpɝ/ (SKIP-ur). In Australian English: /skˈɪpə/ (SK-ip).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈskɪpɝ/ (SKIP-ur), while in British English it's /skˈɪpə/ (SK-ip).

How to Pronounce "skipper"

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skipper

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/ˈskɪpɝ/

SKIP-ur

Syllable Breakdown

skɪpskip·ɝper

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