How to pronounce kraut
Say it like KROWT. Kraut is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KROWT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kraut pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KROWTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
American vs British pronunciation of kraut
American and British speakers say kraut in essentially the same way: /kraʊt/ in the US and /kraʊt/ in the UK.
British respelling: KROWT.
What does kraut mean?
- To make (into) sauerkraut.
- Alternative letter-case form of Kraut (“German person”).
Where does kraut come from?
Clipping of sauerkraut, from German Sauerkraut.
Words that rhyme with kraut
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of kraut.
Questions about saying kraut
How do you pronounce kraut?
Say KROWT. The American pronunciation is /kraʊt/. In British English it is /kraʊt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kraut?
Kraut is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KROWT.
Do Americans and Brits say kraut the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kraʊt/ and the British form is /kraʊt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.