How do you pronounce "squeal"?

In American English: /ˈskwiːl/ (SKWEEL). In British English: /skwˈiːl/ (SKW). In Canadian English: /ˈskwiːl/ (SKWEEL). In Australian English: /skwˈiːl/ (SKW).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈskwiːl/ (SKWEEL), while in British English it's /skwˈiːl/ (SKW).

How to Pronounce "squeal"

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squeal

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/ˈskwiːl/

SKWEEL

Syllable Breakdown

skwiːlsqueal

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