How to pronounce cranial
Say it like KRAY-nyul. Cranial has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRAY).
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- KRAY
- nyul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cranial 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.
- nyulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of cranial
American and British speakers say cranial in essentially the same way: /ˈkreɪnjəl/ in the US and /ˈkreɪnjəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: KRAY-nyul.
What does cranial mean?
- Of or relating to the cranium, or to the skull.
- Synonym of cephalic.
Where does cranial come from?
From cranium + -al. By surface analysis, crani- + -al.
Questions about saying cranial
How do you pronounce cranial?
Say KRAY-nyul. The American pronunciation is /ˈkreɪnjəl/. In British English it is /ˈkreɪnjəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cranial?
Cranial has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRAY). Broken into parts: KRAY · nyul.
Do Americans and Brits say cranial the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkreɪnjəl/ and the British form is /ˈkreɪnjəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.