How do you pronounce "cleans"?

In American English: /ˈkliːnz/ (KLEENZ). In British English: /klˈiːnz/ (KL). In Canadian English: /ˈkliːnz/ (KLEENZ). In Australian English: /klˈiːnz/ (KL).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkliːnz/ (KLEENZ), while in British English it's /klˈiːnz/ (KL).

How to Pronounce "cleans"

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cleans

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/ˈkliːnz/

KLEENZ

Syllable Breakdown

kliːnzcleans

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