How do you pronounce "clench"?

In American English: /ˈklɛntʃ/ (KLEHNCH). In British English: /klˈɛntʃ/ (KL). In Canadian English: /ˈklɛntʃ/ (KLEHNCH). In Australian English: /klˈɛntʃ/ (KL).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈklɛntʃ/ (KLEHNCH), while in British English it's /klˈɛntʃ/ (KL).

How to Pronounce "clench"

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clench

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/ˈklɛntʃ/

KLEHNCH

Syllable Breakdown

klɛntʃclench

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