How do you pronounce "vicar"?

In American English: /ˈvɪkɝ/ (VIK-ur). In British English: /vˈɪkə/ (V-ik). In Canadian English: /ˈvɪkɝ/ (VIK-ur). In Australian English: /vˈɪkə/ (V-ik).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈvɪkɝ/ (VIK-ur), while in British English it's /vˈɪkə/ (V-ik).

How to Pronounce "vicar"

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vicar

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/ˈvɪkɝ/

VIK-ur

Syllable Breakdown

vɪkvi·ɝcar

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