How to pronounce crusher
Say it like KRUHSH-er. Crusher has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRUHSH).
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- KRUHSH
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Crusher pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KRUHSHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of crusher
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KRUHSH-uh.
What does crusher mean?
- Someone or something that crushes.
- A machine designed to crush rocks.
- A policeman.
Where does crusher come from?
From crush + -er (agent noun suffix), or, for one who elicits a crush, + -er (patient suffix).
Words that rhyme with crusher
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of crusher.
Questions about saying crusher
How do you pronounce crusher?
Say KRUHSH-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈkrʌʃɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkrʌʃə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in crusher?
Crusher has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRUHSH). Broken into parts: KRUHSH · er.
Is crusher 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 /ˈkrʌʃə/ (KRUHSH-uh).