How to pronounce clannish
Say it like KLAN-ish. Clannish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLAN).
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- KLAN
- ish
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Clannish pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ishKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of clannish
American and British speakers say clannish in essentially the same way: /ˈklænɪʃ/ in the US and /ˈklænɪʃ/ in the UK.
British respelling: KLAN-ish.
What does clannish mean?
- Of or related to a clan.
- Socially exclusive.
Where does clannish come from?
From clan + -ish.
Words that rhyme with clannish
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of clannish.
Questions about saying clannish
How do you pronounce clannish?
Say KLAN-ish. The American pronunciation is /ˈklænɪʃ/. In British English it is /ˈklænɪʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in clannish?
Clannish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLAN). Broken into parts: KLAN · ish.
Do Americans and Brits say clannish the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈklænɪʃ/ and the British form is /ˈklænɪʃ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.