How do you pronounce "skunk"?

In American English: /ˈskʌŋk/ (SKUHNGK). In British English: /skˈɐŋk/ (SK). In Canadian English: /ˈskʌŋk/ (SKUHNGK). In Australian English: /skˈʌŋk/ (SK).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈskʌŋk/ (SKUHNGK), while in British English it's /skˈɐŋk/ (SK).

How to Pronounce "skunk"

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skunk

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/ˈskʌŋk/

SKUHNGK

Syllable Breakdown

skʌŋkskunk

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