How do you pronounce "clunk"?

In American English: /ˈklʌŋk/ (KLUHNGK). In British English: /klˈɐŋk/ (KL). In Canadian English: /ˈklʌŋk/ (KLUHNGK). In Australian English: /klˈʌŋk/ (KL).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈklʌŋk/ (KLUHNGK), while in British English it's /klˈɐŋk/ (KL).

How to Pronounce "clunk"

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clunk

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/ˈklʌŋk/

KLUHNGK

Syllable Breakdown

klʌŋkclunk

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