How to Pronounce "klaxon"
word
ˈklæks(ə)n
KLACK-suhn
klˈæksən
klack-SUHN
Definition
A klaxon is a loud electric horn, often used in vehicles or for giving warning signals.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈklæks(ə)n
British English
klˈæksən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KLACK-suhn
UK
klack-SUHN
Listen in Context
The car's klaxon was very loud.
The old truck's klaxon doesn't work anymore.
A loud klaxon warned everyone to leave the building.
As soon as he pressed the button, the klaxon echoed through the warehouse.