How to Pronounce "kraken"
word
ˈkreɪkən
KRAY-kun
kɹˈeɪkən
KRAY-kun
Definition
A kraken is a legendary sea monster from Scandinavian folklore, usually described as a huge octopus or squid that attacks ships.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkreɪkən
British English
kɹˈeɪkən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KRAY-kun
UK
KRAY-kun
Listen in Context
The sailors feared the kraken in the deep sea.
A kraken is a giant sea monster from stories.
The movie showed a huge kraken attacking a ship.
Some legends say the kraken could pull entire ships underwater.