How do you pronounce "lanky"?

In American English: /ˈlæŋki/ (LANGK-ee). In British English: /lˈæŋki/ (L-angk). In Canadian English: /ˈlæŋki/ (LANGK-ee). In Australian English: /lˈaŋki/ (L).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈlæŋki/ (LANGK-ee), while in British English it's /lˈæŋki/ (L-angk).

How to Pronounce "lanky"

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lanky

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/ˈlæŋki/

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Syllable Breakdown

læŋkla·inky

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