How to Pronounce "crankshaft"
word
ˈkɹæŋkˌʃæft
KRANG-shaft
kɹˈæŋkʃɑːft
krang-SHAHFT
Definition
A crankshaft is a key part of an engine that changes up-and-down motion from pistons into turning motion to drive a vehicle or machine.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɹæŋkˌʃæft
British English
kɹˈæŋkʃɑːft
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KRANG-shaft
UK
krang-SHAHFT
Listen in Context
The mechanic repaired the crankshaft in my car's engine.
A broken crankshaft can stop an engine from working.
The crankshaft connects to the pistons inside the engine.
If your crankshaft goes bad, you'll hear a loud knocking sound from the engine.