How do you pronounce "skirt"?

In American English: /ˈskɝːt/ (SKURT). In British English: /skˈɜːt/ (SK). In Canadian English: /ˈskɝːt/ (SKURT). In Australian English: /skˈɜːt/ (SK).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈskɝːt/ (SKURT), while in British English it's /skˈɜːt/ (SK).

How to Pronounce "skirt"

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skirt

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/ˈskɝːt/

SKURT

Syllable Breakdown

skɝːtskirt

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