How to pronounce claxon
Say it like KLAK-sun. Claxon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLAK).
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- KLAK
- sun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Claxon pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- sunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of claxon
American and British speakers say claxon in essentially the same way: /ˈklæksən/ in the US and /ˈklæksən/ in the UK.
British respelling: KLAK-sun.
What does claxon mean?
- Alternative spelling of klaxon.
- Alternative spelling of klaxon.
Words that rhyme with claxon
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of claxon.
Questions about saying claxon
How do you pronounce claxon?
Say KLAK-sun. The American pronunciation is /ˈklæksən/. In British English it is /ˈklæksən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in claxon?
Claxon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLAK). Broken into parts: KLAK · sun.
Do Americans and Brits say claxon the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈklæksən/ and the British form is /ˈklæksən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.