How do you pronounce "cleft"?

In American English: /ˈklɛft/ (KLEHFT). In British English: /klˈɛft/ (KL). In Canadian English: /ˈklɛft/ (KLEHFT). In Australian English: /klˈɛft/ (KL).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈklɛft/ (KLEHFT), while in British English it's /klˈɛft/ (KL).

How to Pronounce "cleft"

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cleft

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/ˈklɛft/

KLEHFT

Syllable Breakdown

klɛftcleft

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