How to pronounce crud
Say it like KRUHD. Crud is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KRUHD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Crud pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KRUHDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of crud
American and British speakers say crud in essentially the same way: /krʌd/ in the US and /krʌd/ in the UK.
British respelling: KRUHD.
What does crud mean?
- Dirt, filth or refuse.
- Something of poor quality.
- A contemptible person.
- To clog with dirt or debris.
- Non-vulgar interjection expressing annoyance, anxiety, etc.; sugar, darn.“Oh, crud! I'm gonna be late for work!”
Where does crud come from?
From Middle English crud, crudde (“coagulated milk; curd; any coagulated or thickened substance; dregs”), from Old English crūdan (“to press”).
Words that rhyme with crud
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of crud.
Questions about saying crud
How do you pronounce crud?
Say KRUHD. The American pronunciation is /krʌd/. In British English it is /krʌd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in crud?
Crud is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KRUHD.
Do Americans and Brits say crud the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /krʌd/ and the British form is /krʌd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.