How to pronounce cristal
Say it like KRIS-tul. Cristal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRIS).
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- KRIS
- tul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cristal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KRISSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- tulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of cristal
American and British speakers say cristal in essentially the same way: /ˈkrɪstəl/ in the US and /ˈkrɪstəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: KRIS-tul.
What does cristal mean?
- Relating to a crest.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with cristal
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cristal.
Words that sound like cristal
Questions about saying cristal
How do you pronounce cristal?
Say KRIS-tul. The American pronunciation is /ˈkrɪstəl/. In British English it is /ˈkrɪstəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cristal?
Cristal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRIS). Broken into parts: KRIS · tul.
Do Americans and Brits say cristal the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkrɪstəl/ and the British form is /ˈkrɪstəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as cristal?
Cristal sounds the same as crystal in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.