How to pronounce cranage
Say it like KRAY-nij. Cranage has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRAY).
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- KRAY
- nij
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cranage pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- nijKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of cranage
American and British speakers say cranage in essentially the same way: /ˈkreɪnɪdʒ/ in the US and /ˈkreɪnɪdʒ/ in the UK.
British respelling: KRAY-nij.
What does cranage mean?
- The use of a crane to hoist goods.
- Fees paid for use of the crane.
Where does cranage come from?
From Middle English cranage, from crane + -age.
Questions about saying cranage
How do you pronounce cranage?
Say KRAY-nij. The American pronunciation is /ˈkreɪnɪdʒ/. In British English it is /ˈkreɪnɪdʒ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cranage?
Cranage has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRAY). Broken into parts: KRAY · nij.
Do Americans and Brits say cranage the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkreɪnɪdʒ/ and the British form is /ˈkreɪnɪdʒ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.