How to pronounce crosswords
Say it like KRAW-swurdz. Crosswords has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRAW).
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- KRAW
- swurdz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Crosswords pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KRAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- swurdzGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of crosswords
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KROS-wurdz.
What does crosswords mean?
- plural of crossword How to pronounce crossword
Questions about saying crosswords
How do you pronounce crosswords?
Say KRAW-swurdz. The American pronunciation is /ˈkrɔˌswɝdz/. In British English it is /ˈkrɒˌswɜːdz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in crosswords?
Crosswords has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRAW). Broken into parts: KRAW · swurdz.
Is crosswords pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈkrɒˌswɜːdz/ (KROS-wurdz).