How to pronounce motocross
Say it like MOH-doh-kraws. Motocross has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOH).
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- MOH
- doh
- kraws
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Motocross pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- dohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- krawsGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of motocross
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: MOH-toh-kros.
What does motocross mean?
- A form of off-road motorbike racing.
- An event where such racing takes place.
Where does motocross come from?
Unadapted borrowing from French motocross, a macaronic blend of moto, from motocyclette (“motorcycle”) and English cross-country.
Questions about saying motocross
How do you pronounce motocross?
Say MOH-doh-kraws. The American pronunciation is /ˈmoʊdoʊˌkrɔs/. In British English it is /ˈməʊtəʊkrɒs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in motocross?
Motocross has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOH). Broken into parts: MOH · doh · kraws.
Is motocross pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈməʊtəʊkrɒs/ (MOH-toh-kros).