How to Pronounce Crisscross

To pronounce "crisscross", say CRISSCR-oss — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

10

Letters

CRISSCR-oss

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💡 Tip for remembering “crisscross”

"crisscross" has 2 syllables: crisscr-oss. It rhymes with cross and gloss, if that helps it stick.

What does crisscross mean?

noun

  1. A pattern of crossed lines.
  2. A mark or cross, such as the signature of a person who is unable to write.

verb

  1. To move back and forth over (something).
  2. To mark (something) with crossed lines.

adjective

  1. Marked with crossed lines.

Words that rhyme with crisscross

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

crossglosstossposdrossalbatrossmossembossfosssossdosshelios

Related words

markcrossreticularreticulatereticulatedcriss-crosscross-overcrossover

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "crisscross"?▾

"Crisscross" has 2 syllables: crisscr · oss.

What does "crisscross" mean?▾

Crisscross: A pattern of crossed lines.

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