How to Pronounce Cray

To pronounce "cray", say CRAY — one syllable, IPA /kɹeɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/kɹeɪ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “cray”

"cray" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with convey and display, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: kray, krey — easy to mix up when writing.

What does cray mean?

noun

  1. A crayfish or lobster.

Words that rhyme with cray

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cray"?▾

"Cray" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "cray"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cray" is /kɹeɪ/.

What does "cray" mean?▾

Cray: A crayfish or lobster.

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