How do you pronounce "wreckage"?

In American English: /ˈrɛkədʒ/ (REHK-uhj). In British English: /ɹˈɛkɪdʒ/ (R-ehk). In Canadian English: /ˈrɛkədʒ/ (REHK-uhj). In Australian English: /ɹˈɛkɪdʒ/ (R-ehk).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈrɛkədʒ/ (REHK-uhj), while in British English it's /ɹˈɛkɪdʒ/ (R-ehk).

How to Pronounce "wreckage"

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wreckage

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/ˈrɛkədʒ/

REHK-uhj

Syllable Breakdown

rɛkwreck·ədʒage

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