How do you pronounce "spanish"?

In American English: /ˈspænɪʃ/ (SPAN-ish). In British English: /spˈænɪʃ/ (SP-an). In Canadian English: /ˈspænɪʃ/ (SPAN-ish). In Australian English: /spˈanɪʃ/ (SP).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈspænɪʃ/ (SPAN-ish), while in British English it's /spˈænɪʃ/ (SP-an).

How to Pronounce "spanish"

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spanish

/ˈspænɪʃ/

SPAN-ish

Syllable Breakdown

spænspan·ɪʃish

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