How to pronounce crateral
Say it like KRAY-ter-ul. Crateral has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRAY).
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- KRAY
- ter
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Crateral pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of crateral
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: KRAY-tuh-rul.
What does crateral mean?
- Of the nature of a (volcanic) crater
Where does crateral come from?
From crater + -al.
Questions about saying crateral
How do you pronounce crateral?
Say KRAY-ter-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈkreɪtɚəl/. In British English it is /ˈkreɪtərəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in crateral?
Crateral has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRAY). Broken into parts: KRAY · ter · ul.
Is crateral 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 /ˈkreɪtərəl/ (KRAY-tuh-rul).