How to pronounce crustal
Say it like KRUHS-tul. Crustal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRUHS).
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- KRUHS
- tul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Crustal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KRUHSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- tulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of crustal
American and British speakers say crustal in essentially the same way: /ˈkrʌstəl/ in the US and /ˈkrʌstəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: KRUHS-tul.
What does crustal mean?
- Of, pertaining to, or forming a crust, especially the crust of the Earth or other planet.
Where does crustal come from?
From crust + -al.
Questions about saying crustal
How do you pronounce crustal?
Say KRUHS-tul. The American pronunciation is /ˈkrʌstəl/. In British English it is /ˈkrʌstəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in crustal?
Crustal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRUHS). Broken into parts: KRUHS · tul.
Do Americans and Brits say crustal the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkrʌstəl/ and the British form is /ˈkrʌstəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.