How do you pronounce "cranky"?

In American English: /ˈkræŋki/ (KRANGK-ee). In British English: /kɹˈaŋki/ (KR). In Canadian English: /ˈkræŋki/ (KRANGK-ee). In Australian English: /kɹˈaŋki/ (KR).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkræŋki/ (KRANGK-ee), while in British English it's /kɹˈaŋki/ (KR).

How to Pronounce "cranky"

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cranky

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/ˈkræŋki/

KRANGK-ee

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kræŋkcra·inky

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