How to pronounce crosslots
Say it like KROS-lots. Crosslots has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KROS).
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- KROS
- lots
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Crosslots pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KROSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- lotsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of crosslots
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KROS-lots.
What does crosslots mean?
- Via a shortcut.
Where does crosslots come from?
From cross + lots.
Questions about saying crosslots
How do you pronounce crosslots?
Say KROS-lots. The American pronunciation is /ˈkrɑslɑts/. In British English it is /ˈkrɒslɒts/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in crosslots?
Crosslots has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KROS). Broken into parts: KROS · lots.
Is crosslots 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 /ˈkrɒslɒts/ (KROS-lots).