How do you pronounce "squat"?

In American English: /ˈskwɑːt/ (SKWAHT). In British English: /skwˈɒt/ (SKW). In Canadian English: /ˈskwɑːt/ (SKWAHT). In Australian English: /skwˈɒt/ (SKW).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈskwɑːt/ (SKWAHT), while in British English it's /skwˈɒt/ (SKW).

How to Pronounce "squat"

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squat

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/ˈskwɑːt/

SKWAHT

Syllable Breakdown

skwɑːtsquat

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