How to pronounce cruller
Say it like KRUHL-er. Cruller has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRUHL).
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- KRUHL
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cruller pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KRUHLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of cruller
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KRUHL-uh.
What does cruller mean?
- A donut in the form of a twisted ring.
Where does cruller come from?
Borrowed from Dutch kruller (“curler”), from krullen + -er.
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Questions about saying cruller
How do you pronounce cruller?
Say KRUHL-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈkrʌlər/. In British English it is /ˈkrʌlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cruller?
Cruller has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRUHL). Broken into parts: KRUHL · er.
Is cruller 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 /ˈkrʌlə/ (KRUHL-uh).