How to pronounce watercraft
Say it like WAW-ter-kraft. Watercraft has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WAW).
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- WAW
- ter
- kraft
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Watercraft pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- kraftKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of watercraft
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: WAW-tuh-krahft.
What does watercraft mean?
- Any vessel with implements designed to move it in arbitrary direction through one or various bodies of water: a boat, ship, sea scooter, or similar vehicle.
- Skill in boating, swimming, or other water-related sports.
Where does watercraft come from?
From water + -craft (vehicle) or water + -craft (skill).
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Questions about saying watercraft
How do you pronounce watercraft?
Say WAW-ter-kraft. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɔtɚkræft/. In British English it is /ˈwɔːtəˌkrɑːft/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in watercraft?
Watercraft has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WAW). Broken into parts: WAW · ter · kraft.
Is watercraft 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 /ˈwɔːtəˌkrɑːft/ (WAW-tuh-krahft).