How to pronounce cressy
Say it like KRES-ee. Cressy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRES).
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- KRES
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cressy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KRESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of cressy
American and British speakers say cressy in essentially the same way: /ˈkrɛsi/ in the US and /ˈkrɛsi/ in the UK.
British respelling: KRES-ee.
What does cressy mean?
- Abounding in cresses.
- Resembling or characteristic of cress.
Where does cressy come from?
From cress + -y.
Words that rhyme with cressy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cressy.
Questions about saying cressy
How do you pronounce cressy?
Say KRES-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈkrɛsi/. In British English it is /ˈkrɛsi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cressy?
Cressy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRES). Broken into parts: KRES · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say cressy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkrɛsi/ and the British form is /ˈkrɛsi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.