How to pronounce crucifix
Say it like KROO-suh-fiks. Crucifix has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KROO).
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- KROO
- suh
- fiks
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Crucifix 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.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- fiksGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of crucifix
American and British speakers say crucifix in essentially the same way: /ˈkrusəˌfɪks/ in the US and /ˈkruːsəˌfɪks/ in the UK.
British respelling: KROO-suh-fiks.
What does crucifix mean?
- A wooden structure used for crucifixions, as by the Romans.
- An ornamental or symbolic sculptural representation of Christ on a cross, often worn as a pendant or displayed in a Christian church.“Plain crosses are preferred by Protestants, but crucifixes by Catholics.”
- The iron cross, a position on the rings where the gymnast holds the rings straight out on either side of the body.
Where does crucifix come from?
From Middle English crucifix, from Old French crocefis (French crucifix), from Latin crucifixus.
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Questions about saying crucifix
How do you pronounce crucifix?
Say KROO-suh-fiks. The American pronunciation is /ˈkrusəˌfɪks/. In British English it is /ˈkruːsəˌfɪks/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in crucifix?
Crucifix has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KROO). Broken into parts: KROO · suh · fiks.
Do Americans and Brits say crucifix the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkrusəˌfɪks/ and the British form is /ˈkruːsəˌfɪks/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.