How do you pronounce "crankshaft"?

In American English: /ˈkræŋkˌʃæft/ (KRANGK-shaft). In British English: /kɹˈaŋkʃaft/ (KR). In Canadian English: /ˈkræŋkˌʃæft/ (KRANGK-shaft). In Australian English: /kɹˈaŋkʃaft/ (KR).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkræŋkˌʃæft/ (KRANGK-shaft), while in British English it's /kɹˈaŋkʃaft/ (KR).

How to Pronounce "crankshaft"

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crankshaft

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/ˈkræŋkˌʃæft/

KRANGK-shaft

Syllable Breakdown

kræŋkcrank·ʃæftshaft

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