How to pronounce cru
Say it like KROO. Cru is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KROO
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cru pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KROOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of cru
American and British speakers say cru in essentially the same way: /kru/ in the US and /kruː/ in the UK.
British respelling: KROO.
What does cru mean?
- A vineyard or group of vineyards in France, especially one having a high reputation.
- Alternative spelling of crew
Where does cru come from?
Borrowed from French cru (“growth”), from French crû, past participle of French croître (“grow”).
Words that rhyme with cru
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cru.
Words that sound like cru
Questions about saying cru
How do you pronounce cru?
Say KROO. The American pronunciation is /kru/. In British English it is /kruː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cru?
Cru is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KROO.
Do Americans and Brits say cru the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kru/ and the British form is /kruː/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as cru?
Cru sounds the same as crew in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.