How to pronounce acrook
Say it like uh-KRUUK. Acrook has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KRUUK).
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- uh
- KRUUK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Acrook pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- KRUUKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
American vs British pronunciation of acrook
American and British speakers say acrook in essentially the same way: /əˈkrʊk/ in the US and /əˈkrʊk/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-KRUUK.
What does acrook mean?
- Bent or formed into a hook.
- Not in its proper place or properly oriented.
Where does acrook come from?
From a- + crook.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with acrook
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of acrook.
Questions about saying acrook
How do you pronounce acrook?
Say uh-KRUUK. The American pronunciation is /əˈkrʊk/. In British English it is /əˈkrʊk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in acrook?
Acrook has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KRUUK). Broken into parts: uh · KRUUK.
Do Americans and Brits say acrook the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈkrʊk/ and the British form is /əˈkrʊk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.