How to pronounce craning
Say it like KRAY-ning. Craning has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRAY).
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- KRAY
- ning
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Craning 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.
- ningKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of craning
American and British speakers say craning in essentially the same way: /ˈkreɪnɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈkreɪnɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: KRAY-ning.
What does craning mean?
Words that rhyme with craning
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of craning.
Questions about saying craning
How do you pronounce craning?
Say KRAY-ning. The American pronunciation is /ˈkreɪnɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈkreɪnɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in craning?
Craning has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRAY). Broken into parts: KRAY · ning.
Do Americans and Brits say craning the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkreɪnɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈkreɪnɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.