How to pronounce crocus
Say it like KROH-kus. Crocus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KROH).
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- KROH
- kus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Crocus pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KROHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- kusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of crocus
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: KROH-kus.
What does crocus mean?
- A perennial flowering plant (of the genus Crocus in the Iridaceae family). Saffron is obtained from the stamens of Crocus sativus.
- Any of various similar flowering plants, such as autumn crocus and prairie crocus.
- Burlap.“a crocus bag”
Words that rhyme with crocus
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of crocus.
Questions about saying crocus
How do you pronounce crocus?
Say KROH-kus. The American pronunciation is /ˈkroʊkəs/. In British English it is /ˈkrəʊkəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in crocus?
Crocus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KROH). Broken into parts: KROH · kus.
Is crocus pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈkrəʊkəs/ (KROH-kus).