How to pronounce crudo
Say it like KROO-doh. Crudo has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KROO).
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- KROO
- doh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Crudo 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.
- dohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of crudo
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: KROO-doh.
What does crudo mean?
- A dish made of raw fish or seafood.
Where does crudo come from?
Borrowed from Italian crudo (literally “raw”).
Words that rhyme with crudo
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of crudo.
Questions about saying crudo
How do you pronounce crudo?
Say KROO-doh. The American pronunciation is /ˈkrudoʊ/. In British English it is /ˈkruːdəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in crudo?
Crudo has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KROO). Broken into parts: KROO · doh.
Is crudo pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈkruːdəʊ/ (KROO-doh).