How do you pronounce "squirrel"?

In American English: /ˈskwɝːəl/ (SKWUR-uhl). In British English: /skwˈɪɹəl/ (SKW-ir). In Canadian English: /ˈskwɝːəl/ (SKWUR-uhl). In Australian English: /skwˈɪɹəl/ (SKW-ir).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈskwɝːəl/ (SKWUR-uhl), while in British English it's /skwˈɪɹəl/ (SKW-ir).

How to Pronounce "squirrel"

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squirrel

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/ˈskwɝːəl/

SKWUR-uhl

Syllable Breakdown

skwɝːsquir·əlrel

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