How do you pronounce "crane"?

In American English: /ˈkreɪn/ (KRAYN). In British English: /kɹˈeɪn/ (KR). In Canadian English: /ˈkreɪn/ (KRAYN). In Australian English: /kɹˈeɪn/ (KR).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkreɪn/ (KRAYN), while in British English it's /kɹˈeɪn/ (KR).

How to Pronounce "crane"

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crane

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/ˈkreɪn/

KRAYN

Syllable Breakdown

kreɪncrane

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