How to pronounce cranequin
Say it like KRAY-nuh-kin. Cranequin has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRAY).
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- KRAY
- nuh
- kin
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cranequin 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.
- nuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- kinGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of cranequin
American and British speakers say cranequin in essentially the same way: /ˈkreɪnəˌkɪn/ in the US and /ˈkreɪnəˌkɪn/ in the UK.
British respelling: KRAY-nuh-kin.
What does cranequin mean?
- A device used to arm a crossbow by cranking a gear.
Where does cranequin come from?
Equivalent to crane + -kin.
Questions about saying cranequin
How do you pronounce cranequin?
Say KRAY-nuh-kin. The American pronunciation is /ˈkreɪnəˌkɪn/. In British English it is /ˈkreɪnəˌkɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cranequin?
Cranequin has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRAY). Broken into parts: KRAY · nuh · kin.
Do Americans and Brits say cranequin the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkreɪnəˌkɪn/ and the British form is /ˈkreɪnəˌkɪn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.