How to pronounce creatures
Say it like KREE-cherz. Creatures has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KREE).
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- KREE
- cherz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Creatures pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KREESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- cherzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of creatures
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KREE-chuz.
What does creatures mean?
- plural of creature How to pronounce creature
Questions about saying creatures
How do you pronounce creatures?
Say KREE-cherz. The American pronunciation is /ˈkritʃɚz/. In British English it is /ˈkriːtʃəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in creatures?
Creatures has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KREE). Broken into parts: KREE · cherz.
Is creatures 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 /ˈkriːtʃəz/ (KREE-chuz).