How to pronounce clunkers
Say it like KLUHNG-kerz. Clunkers has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLUHNG).
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- KLUHNG
- kerz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Clunkers pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLUHNGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- kerzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of clunkers
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KLUHNG-kuz.
What does clunkers mean?
- plural of clunker How to pronounce clunker
Questions about saying clunkers
How do you pronounce clunkers?
Say KLUHNG-kerz. The American pronunciation is /ˈklʌŋkɚz/. In British English it is /ˈklʌŋkəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in clunkers?
Clunkers has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLUHNG). Broken into parts: KLUHNG · kerz.
Is clunkers pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈklʌŋkəz/ (KLUHNG-kuz).