How to pronounce kraken
Say it like KRAK-un. Kraken has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRAK).
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- KRAK
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kraken pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KRAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of kraken
American and British speakers say kraken in essentially the same way: /ˈkrækən/ in the US and /ˈkrækən/ in the UK.
British respelling: KRAK-un.
What does kraken mean?
- Alternative form of Kraken.
Words that rhyme with kraken
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of kraken.
Questions about saying kraken
How do you pronounce kraken?
Say KRAK-un. The American pronunciation is /ˈkrækən/. In British English it is /ˈkrækən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kraken?
Kraken has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRAK). Broken into parts: KRAK · un.
Do Americans and Brits say kraken the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkrækən/ and the British form is /ˈkrækən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.