How do you pronounce "squid"?

In American English: /ˈskwɪd/ (SKWID). In British English: /skwˈɪd/ (SKW). In Canadian English: /ˈskwɪd/ (SKWID). In Australian English: /skwˈɪd/ (SKW).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈskwɪd/ (SKWID), while in British English it's /skwˈɪd/ (SKW).

How to Pronounce "squid"

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squid

/ˈskwɪd/

SKWID

Syllable Breakdown

skwɪdsquid

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