How to pronounce craftsperson
Say it like KRAFTS-pur-sun. Craftsperson has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRAFTS).
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- KRAFTS
- pur
- sun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Craftsperson pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KRAFTSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- purKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- sunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of craftsperson
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
British respelling: KRAHFTS-pur-sun.
What does craftsperson mean?
- Someone who is highly skilled at their trade; an artificer.
- A person who produces arts and crafts.
Where does craftsperson come from?
From craft + -s- + person.
Questions about saying craftsperson
How do you pronounce craftsperson?
Say KRAFTS-pur-sun. The American pronunciation is /ˈkræftspɝsən/. In British English it is /ˈkrɑːftspɜːsən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in craftsperson?
Craftsperson has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRAFTS). Broken into parts: KRAFTS · pur · sun.
Is craftsperson pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈkrɑːftspɜːsən/ (KRAHFTS-pur-sun).