How to pronounce cripples
Say it like KRIP-ulz. Cripples has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRIP).
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- KRIP
- ulz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cripples pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KRIPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ulzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of cripples
American and British speakers say cripples in essentially the same way: /ˈkrɪpəlz/ in the US and /ˈkrɪpəlz/ in the UK.
British respelling: KRIP-ulz.
What does cripples mean?
- plural of cripple How to pronounce cripple
Questions about saying cripples
How do you pronounce cripples?
Say KRIP-ulz. The American pronunciation is /ˈkrɪpəlz/. In British English it is /ˈkrɪpəlz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cripples?
Cripples has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRIP). Broken into parts: KRIP · ulz.
Do Americans and Brits say cripples the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkrɪpəlz/ and the British form is /ˈkrɪpəlz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.