How to pronounce croc
Say it like KROK. Croc is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KROK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Croc pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KROKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of croc
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KROK.
What does croc mean?
- A crocodile.
- A type of EVA foam slip-on clog-style shoe with an open heel, thick sole, rounded toe, retractable heel strap, and ventilation holes on the top and sides.
Where does croc come from?
Clipping of crocodile.
Words that rhyme with croc
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of croc.
Words that sound like croc
Questions about saying croc
How do you pronounce croc?
Say KROK. The American pronunciation is /krɑk/. In British English it is /krɒk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in croc?
Croc is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KROK.
Is croc pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /krɒk/ (KROK).
What words sound the same as croc?
Croc sounds the same as crock in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.