How to pronounce cronut
Say it like KROH-nuht. Cronut has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KROH).
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- KROH
- nuht
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cronut 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.
- nuhtGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of cronut
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: KROH-nut.
What does cronut mean?
- A pastry which combines characteristics of a croissant and a doughnut. A croissant-based donut. A breadstuff shaped like a donut and made from croissant dough.
Where does cronut come from?
Blend of croissant + doughnut.
Words that rhyme with cronut
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cronut.
Questions about saying cronut
How do you pronounce cronut?
Say KROH-nuht. The American pronunciation is /ˈkroʊˌnʌt/. In British English it is /ˈkrəʊnʌt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cronut?
Cronut has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KROH). Broken into parts: KROH · nuht.
Is cronut 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 /ˈkrəʊnʌt/ (KROH-nut).