How to Pronounce "cranky"
word
/ˈkɹæŋki/
KRANG-kee
/kɹˈæŋki/
KRANG-kee
Definition
Someone who is cranky is easily annoyed, in a bad mood, or grumpy, often for no obvious reason.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkɹæŋki/
British English
/kɹˈæŋki/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KRANG-kee
UK
KRANG-kee
Listen in Context
My little brother gets cranky when he is hungry.
The baby was cranky all night and didn't sleep well.
Don't be cranky just because you lost the game.
He's a bit cranky this morning—maybe he didn't get enough sleep.