How to Pronounce Crankshaft

To pronounce "crankshaft", say CRANKSH-aft — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

10

Letters

CRANKSH-aft

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💡 Tip for remembering “crankshaft”

"crankshaft" has 2 syllables: cranksh-aft. It rhymes with craft and draft, if that helps it stick.

What does crankshaft mean?

noun

  1. A rotating shaft that drives (or is driven by) a crank.

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Words that rhyme with crankshaft

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craftdraftgraftdraughtraftaftwitchcraftaircraftdafthafthandicraftstatecraft

Related words

crankcasecamshaftunderslungcounterbalancedholdermaincrankcrankset

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "crankshaft"?▾

"Crankshaft" has 2 syllables: cranksh · aft.

What does "crankshaft" mean?▾

Crankshaft: A rotating shaft that drives (or is driven by) a crank.

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