How to pronounce cravings
Say it like KRAY-vingz. Cravings has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRAY).
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- KRAY
- vingz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cravings 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.
- vingzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of cravings
American and British speakers say cravings in essentially the same way: /ˈkreɪvɪŋz/ in the US and /ˈkreɪvɪŋz/ in the UK.
British respelling: KRAY-vingz.
What does cravings mean?
- plural of craving How to pronounce craving
Questions about saying cravings
How do you pronounce cravings?
Say KRAY-vingz. The American pronunciation is /ˈkreɪvɪŋz/. In British English it is /ˈkreɪvɪŋz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cravings?
Cravings has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRAY). Broken into parts: KRAY · vingz.
Do Americans and Brits say cravings the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkreɪvɪŋz/ and the British form is /ˈkreɪvɪŋz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.