How to pronounce ecru
Say it like EK-roo. Ecru has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK).
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- EK
- roo
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ecru pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- rooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of ecru
American and British speakers say ecru in essentially the same way: /ˈɛkru/ in the US and /ˈɛkruː/ in the UK.
British respelling: EK-roo.
What does ecru mean?
- A beige color.
- Of a beige color.
Where does ecru come from?
Borrowed from French écru (“raw, unbleached”).
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying ecru
How do you pronounce ecru?
Say EK-roo. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛkru/. In British English it is /ˈɛkruː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ecru?
Ecru has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK). Broken into parts: EK · roo.
Do Americans and Brits say ecru the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛkru/ and the British form is /ˈɛkruː/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.