How do you pronounce "clenched"?

In American English: /ˈklɛntʃt/ (KLEHNCHT). In British English: /klˈɛntʃt/ (KL). In Canadian English: /ˈklɛntʃt/ (KLEHNCHT). In Australian English: /klˈɛntʃt/ (KL).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈklɛntʃt/ (KLEHNCHT), while in British English it's /klˈɛntʃt/ (KL).

How to Pronounce "clenched"

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clenched

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/ˈklɛntʃt/

KLEHNCHT

Syllable Breakdown

klɛntʃtclenched

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